Our Story

For over 80 years, Ventura Pacific has been a premier grower and packer of California lemons. Ventura Pacific began in 1942 in Montalvo, California. During the 1970’s, the organization was purchased by growers and became the thriving cooperative it is today. After expanding the operation moved to the historic Colonia Facility in Oxnard, CA. In 2020 the cooperative capitalized on it’s passed achievements by building a brand new advanced packing house elsewhere in Oxnard solidifying future successes for generations to come. Ventura Pacific has marketed their fruit under only the leading fresh fruit brands given the superior product of California lemons.

Ventura Pacific members grow in Ventura County, Monterey County, the San Joaquin Valley and the California and Arizona desert regions. Our growers are dedicated multi-generational farmers with deep roots in citrus. They continue to pass on their knowledge of growing citrus to each of their generations as they proudly continue their legacy. They all have a personal interest in bringing the best possible citrus products to the consumer. A successful approach to promoting and developing a recognizable brand lies in our strategic partnerships. Through these collaborations, growers gain access to international markets and benefit from established global transportation networks. These partnerships have consistently supported continued growth and long-term success.

Company Overview

Ventura Pacific members grow in a variety of counties throughout California to include Ventura, Monterey, Riverside, and Tulare counties—just to name few. We also serve members in Yuma, Arizona. Headquartered in Oxnard, California, we operate out of our new, state-of-the-art, and automated facility spanning over 540,000 square feet.

Boasting a culture dedicated to serving our grower members, Ventura Pacific operates year-round and enjoys the loyalty of many long-tenured employees. Grower members are well experienced and offer perspectives from diverse business backgrounds. We produce the highest quality lemons and have enjoyed returns that exceed industry norms.