We are certified citrus producers.
We produce Oranges, Lemons and Mandarins. We follow a fair usage-policy of cultivation and exploit the natural dynamics of the climate and soils of our lands. Our Orange fields and gardens are the heart of our earth. These are the pieces of land that encapsulate our hopes, our struggles and our pleasure for our fruits. We offer you the fruits of our fathers land, the “Kalivia Oranges” with love and pride.
The Variety
Navelina Oranges
belong to the family of fruits of the citrus species Citrus Sinensis in the family Rutaceae. The fruit is quite big and of an excellent quality. It is a slightly oval shaped orange with an intense orange colour. It has a high juice content and is sweet. They are primarily grown for human consumption. Navelina Oranges will protect you against winter colds.
Orange Benefits
Orange Fruit Benefits
Oranges have many health benefits. They are rich in Vitamins C and A, flavonoids, antioxidants, calcium, magnesium, potassium, dietary fiber etc. Oranges have more than 60 flavonoids and 170 phytonutrients that have been shown to have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour and anti-oxidant properties.
Eat Healthy
Why Fresh Orange juice?
It is made by squeezing the fresh fruit. It is known for its health benefits, particularly its high concentration of vitamin C. It also supplies potassium, thiamin, and folate, flavonoids (especially in the pulp), that may have health benefits. Orange juice is also a source of the antioxidant hesperidin.
Fields
Orange Fields
Our Orange gardens have a history of over 300 years and we are proud to continue this heritage. We follow a fair usage-policy of cultivation and exploit the natural dynamics of the climate and soils of our lands. We offer you the fruits of our fathers land, the “Kalivia Oranges” with love and pride.
The Village
The village, is in the municipality of Agrinio, Aetoloacarnania. It is located at an altitude of 30 meters on the west side of the valley of Agrinio, near the banks of the Achelous River, 10 km west of the city of Agrinio and at a distance of 35 km. from Messolonghi. The municipal district of Kalivia has a total area of 33,651 acres of lowland.
The Region
Mountains dominate the north, northeast, west and southeast, especially the Acarnanian Mountains. The longest and main river is the Acheloos, which ends as a delta in wetlands to the southwest on a rich fertile valley. Almost all the land of Kalivia is a creation of the debris deposits that the river Achelous has brought in the area over time.
The River
Achelous is the 2nd longest river in Greece & the river with the most water. It stems from the Pindos mountains and after a 220 km route, it flows into the Ionian sea. In its crossing, it successively fills with it’s waters 3 artificial lakes & irrigates the entire fertile valley of Agrinio. The annual volume of water arriving into the Sea is 4,030 million m3.
Tradition
In the village of Kalivia, people have been cultivating Citrus products for more than 300 years.They mostly grow oranges, lemons, mandarins, sour oranges and citrons. There are estimated to be more than 10,000 acres planted with citrus trees. The total annual orange production is estimated to more than 2,000 thousand metric tons.Orange Fruit Benefits
Oranges are rich in citrus limonoids, proven to help fight a number of varieties of cancer including that of the skin, lung, breast, stomach and colon.
Drinking orange juice regularly prevents kidney diseases and reduces the risk of kidney stones. Note: drink juice in moderate amounts. The high sugar content of fruit juices can cause tooth decay and the high acid content can wear away enamel if consumed in excess.
According to two studies in Japan eating mandarin oranges reduces liver cancer. This may be due in part to vitamin A compounds known as carotenoids.
Since they’re full of soluble fiber, oranges are helpful in lowering cholesterol.
The iron and Vitamin B6 in oranges help in the production of hemoglobin and increase the oxygen carrying capacity. They also purify the blood.
Oranges are full of potassium, an electrolyte mineral is responsible for helping the heart function well. When potassium levels get too low, you may develop an abnormal heart rhythm, known as an arrhythmia.
Oranges are full of vitamin C which protects cells by neutralizing free radicals. Free radicals cause chronic diseases, like cancer and heart disease.
Studies show that the abundance of polyphenols in oranges protects against viral infections.
Oranges are full of dietary fiber which stimulates digestive juices and relieves constipation.
Oranges are rich in carotenoid compounds which are converted to vitamin A and help prevent macular degeneration.
The calcium in oranges helps to keep your bones and teeth strong.
The flavonoid hesperidin found in oranges helps regulate high blood pressure and the magnesium in oranges helps maintain blood pressure.
Oranges are full of beta-carotene is a powerful antioxidant protecting the cells from being damage which also protects the skin from free radicals and prevents the signs of aging.
Although oranges are acidic before you digest them, they contain many alkaline minerals that help to balance out the body after they are digested. In this respect, they are similar to lemons which are one of the most alkaline foods available.
Oranges like all fruits have simple sugars in them, but the orange has a glycemic index of 40. Anything under 55 is considered low. This means as long as you don’t eat a lot of oranges at one time, they won’t spike your blood sugar and cause problems with insulin or weight gain.
Studies show that the abundance of polyphenols protects against viral infections.
Oranges are effective in both preventing and treating certain diseases like asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis, rheumatism etc.
Oranges have many health benefits
They are rich in Vitamins C and A, flavonoids, antioxidants, calcium, magnesium, potassium, dietary fiber etc. Oranges have more than 60 flavonoids and 170 phytonutrients that have been shown to have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour and anti-oxidant properties.
Packaging
Our packaging facility is one of the most modern in Western Greece. It is fully compliant with all the requirements of HASP and ISO 22000 standards. When combined with our certified producers fruits, the result is oranges of excellent quality. We use certified packing methods.
DID YOU KNOW?
The orange is cultivated since ancient times. Orange is an evergreen citrus tree known for its fruit, ornamental foliage and fragrant flowers.
■ Oranges are the largest citrus crop in the world. ■ Navel Oranges are named after the belly button shape near the bottom! ■ In the 18th Century British sailors took sauerkraut and citrus fruits on the ships to prevent scurvy. ■ In Queen Victoria’s day, oranges were given as Christmas gifts in England. ■ Did you know that the color orange came from the orange fruit? ■ Two most common varieties of oranges are Navel and Valencia oranges. ■ Orange is the world’s third favorite flavor after chocolate and vanilla.
Citrus sinensis ‘Navelina’:
This variety of orange was given the name ‘Navel’ because of the way in which it grows – is has a second fruit that grows at the apex and makes the orange a not quite round shape – looking like a human navel! Navelina is very closely related!
Kalivia is considered:
as a riverside community. It is located 4 km from the banks of the river Achelous. Kalivia is bathed in the bright sunlight & is spread out on the edge of a verdant valley, where people and nature coexist creatively!
KaliviaThe present village:
is known as the municipal district of Kalivia, part of the municipality of Agrinio, of West Greece. Most of the land in Kalivia is a creation of the debris deposits that the river Achelous has brought in the area over time.
The New VillageCity of Agrinio:
is the largest city of the Aetolia-Acarnania regional unit of Greece, with 110,000 inhabitants. It is the economical center of Aetolia-Acarnania, which is the largest regional unit of Greece in surface area.
AgrinioThe area Climate
is typical Mediterranean. It tends toward hot summers and mild short winters with big amounts of rainfall in the low lying areas, with cool winters dominating in the mountain areas.
Climate
“Orange strengthens your emotional body, encouraging a general feeling of joy, well-being, and cheerfulness.”