Muscadine research promises a new category, between table grapes and berries

The fruit has strong disease resistance, an appealing characteristic for growers. But consumption of the fruit has remained mostly concentrated in the region. Muscadine research could change that.

March 04 , 2024

U.S. grape market remains tight ahead of peak Chilean volume

Supply issues began in August when Hurricane Hilary struck California. From there, the industry witnessed a domino effect of adverse conditions.

February 29 , 2024

Indian grapes see volume increase, but face transit challenges

Despite starting its season two weeks earlier than normal, Indian grape production volumes is expected to increase by 20% during the 2023-24 season.

February 27 , 2024

Peru's table grape debut in Japan nears 2,500 tons

Up to week 5 of 2024, Peru has exported more than 14 varieties, with Allison accounting for nearly 22% of all shipments.

February 22 , 2024

California Table Grape Commission calls officials to enhance competitiveness

Noting the need to sell more U.S. grown products to U.S. consumers, the recommendations include the establishment of a domestic promotion program modeled after the successful Market Access Program (MAP). 

February 16 , 2024

Chile: "The volume of table grapes for 2024 will be between 55-60 million boxes"

So far, because there has been good movement of fruit within the U.S. market, grape quality has been strong.

February 16 , 2024

Agronometrics Shorts: The 2023-24 Chilean table grape season - Projections and early momentum

Newer varieties such as Prime, Sweet Celebration and Midnight Beauty are gaining traction, collectively expected to represent 63% of Chile's total fresh grape exports, nearing 40 million boxes.

February 13 , 2024

Oppy and Sun Grape announce Sun Grape California

This partnership is official as of Feb. 6, and will officially begin shipping products to market in early July from their new cold storage facility and offices in Delano. 

February 13 , 2024

California Table Grape Commission names Director of Content Development

Increasing its commitment to expand the reach of its global marketing campaign, the California Table Grape Commission named Nick Nakashian as Director of  Content Development.  

January 31 , 2024

Chilean grape season kicks off with 64% of export volumes comprised of new varieties

As per the Chilean Fruit Exporters Association Frutas de Chile (formerly ASOEX) third estimate, over 62 million table grape boxes will be shipped to international markets this 2023-24 campaign.

January 29 , 2024