Sunkist / Vitor
Navel · Oranges · 橙 · 柑
Sunkist / Vitor in October (this month)
Look for Australia
This origin is in fresh-crop season.
Seedless, easy to peel and sweet. Australian navels are often sold under brands like Vitor and Sunkist, including the late Barnfield navel.
- Look for
- A belly-button bump at the base.
- Best for
- Eating, lunchboxes
- Brand
- Sunkist / Vitor
ChinaUSA (Navel)SpainEgyptAustraliaSouth AfricaChile
Fresh cropStored / lateNot shipping
Fresh crop now (1)
AU
AustraliaRiverland, Murray Valley
Fresh cropNavel grown in Australia
New crop, harvest 3 months in
Skip this month (6)
CN
ChinaGannan, Guangxi
Off seasonNavel grown in China
Not shipping now
US·N
USA (Navel)California
Off seasonNavel grown in USA
Not shipping now
ES
SpainValencia region
Off seasonNavel grown in Spain
Not shipping now
EG
EgyptNile Delta
Off seasonNavel grown in Egypt
Not shipping now
ZA
South AfricaEastern & Western Cape
Off seasonNavel grown in South Africa
Not shipping now
CL
ChileCoquimbo, Valparaíso
Off seasonNavel grown in Chile
Not shipping now
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Common questions
- When is Navel oranges in season in Singapore?
- China: Nov–Jan; USA (Navel): Jan–Mar; Spain: Dec–Mar; Egypt: Dec–Feb; Australia: Jul–Oct; South Africa: Jun–Aug; Chile: Jul–Aug. Fresh-crop months by origin.
- Which country's Navel is best in October?
- Look for Australia.
- How do I pick a ripe oranges?
- Weight: Heavy for its size means juicy. Feel: Firm with a little give. Skip soft or spongy ones. Skin: Fine-textured. Green patches are harmless. Smell: Fragrant at the stem end.
- How should I store oranges?
- Counter or fridge. Lasts 1 week out, 2–3 weeks chilled. Store loose rather than in a sealed bag. Mandarins dry out faster than oranges.