The pending Mercosur-EU agreement strengthens the South American country's position in one of the most demanding markets in the world.

It’s similar to Thompson Seedless, and it stands out for its elongated shape, bright yellow color, and crunchy and firm texture.

Luís Rua, Secretary of Trade and International Relations at Mapa, said the trade potential for these newly approved products is estimated at $450 million annually. 

U.S. retailers are focused on table grape imports and fruit in cold storage as the local harvest period has come to an end.

In the 2021-22 table grape season, countries in the Southern Hemisphere achieved a new export record of 1.5 million tons, an increase of 0.3 million tons in a decade.