Grape Reporter
How Australian table grapes cracked the code to China exports—and almost lost it all
Jeff Scott, CEO of industry body ATGA, recalls how a 30 percent rejection rate in 2012 forced the sector to rethink shipments to the Asian giant.
June 02 , 2026
Mexican table grape season makes early debut, squeezing market prices
According to Sergio Lugo, director of Mexico Table Grapes, shipments are triple the exports recorded in the same period of 2025.
June 01 , 2026
Agronometrics in Charts: Peru’s grape industry continues strategic shift toward premium varieties
May 22 , 2026
Divine Flavor and Grapa highlight the potential of ARRA Honey Pop
May 19 , 2026
Chilean table grape sector finds balance as US demand shifts
The industry is sharpening its quality focus after a rain-struck season.
May 14 , 2026
Brazilian table grapes seal zero-tariff deal with the EU
The pending Mercosur-EU agreement strengthens the South American country's position in one of the most demanding markets in the world.
May 12 , 2026
South African table grape exports remain steady despite logistical challenges
The industry is eyeing major opportunities following China's grant of two years of tariff-free access.
May 12 , 2026
California Table Grape Commission elected a new chairman
CTGC President Ian LeMay praised exiting board head Marko Zaninovich for his leadership during a significant transition period for the organization.
May 07 , 2026
California table grape crush saw exponential 132 percent spike in 2025
Processed raisin-type grapes dropped sharply by over 50 percent. Conversely, white wine grape crush declined by six percent.
May 06 , 2026
US Department of Agriculture to buy $25 million in fresh table grapes
With the grand majority of the fruit grown in the Golden State, the California Table Grape Commission celebrated the announcement, calling it “meaningful and timely.”
May 04 , 2026



