PALMETTO, FL - SiCar Farms proudly announces the opening of its new East Coast Distribution Center at Port Manatee, strategically located at the entrance of Tampa Bay in Southwest Florida. The 20,000-square-foot facility, set to begin operations in December 2025, strengthens SiCar Farms’ ability to efficiently deliver fresh citrus products to the growing markets across the U.S. East Coast.

Equipped with 8 full truckload dock doors, automated fruit selection, advanced bagging systems, and automatic racking technology, the new distribution center enhances throughput and reduces handling time while maintaining the highest product quality standards.

“This new facility is a key step in meeting the growing demand for premium fresh citrus on the East Coast,” said Luis Gudino, CEO of SiCar Farms, in the recent release. “By optimizing delivery routes and integrating automation, we’re not only improving efficiency but also reducing our environmental footprint.”

The location at Port Manatee enables SiCar Farms to minimize transportation distances, reduce carbon emissions, and support its broader sustainability goals aligning with the company’s long-standing commitment to responsible, resource-efficient operations.

As a third-generation, family-owned produce company, SiCar Farms is recognized as a leader in the cultivation, packaging, and distribution of limes and other citrus products that are backed by consistent year-round supply and strong sustainability programs.

SiCar Farms will showcase its latest innovations at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show, held October 16–18, 2025, in Anaheim, California. Attendees can visit the company at the Mexico Pavilion (Booth #539) to learn more about SiCar Farms’ fresh citrus solutions and its vision for a more sustainable produce industry.