Oranges with big navel and “small navel” are different

• More juice
• Higher moisture content

This often makes it a better choice for eating fresh or juicing.

3. Feel the Skin

Good oranges should feel:

• Firm
• Smooth
• Slightly springy

Very soft fruit may be overripe, while extremely hard fruit may be underripe or dry.

4. Look for Thin Skin

In many cases, oranges with thinner peels have a higher proportion of edible fruit.continue reading …