New Zealand Satsuma mandarins - rich source of witamin C

The highly anticipated Satsuma mandarin season has begun with a bumper crop.
The season launch follows controversy around vitamin C and the best sources to meet daily requirements, but the New Zealand Citrus Growers Incorporation assures consumers there's no question about vitamin C in Satsumas.
"Satsuma mandarins are a natural source of vitamin C and other essential nutrients, they're an important part of a 5+ A Day diet, and they're perfect for kid's packed lunches because they don't bruise easily, they're ready to go, and most importantly they taste delicious," said Nikki Johnson, executive manager of New Zealand Citrus Growers Inc.
The 2007 season looks set to be an excellent harvest, with large numbers of good sized fruit from orchards in Northland and Gisborne - but the season only lasts a few months so consumers should make the most of the fruit now.
Satsumas, an easy peel, seedless variety of mandarin named after the Satsuma region of Japan, bring a taste of summer just as winter settles in.