China's table grape exports set to rival Peru for world No. 1 spot, USDA forecasts

The Asian giant’s surge in production and exports is mainly driven by technological innovation, including rain shelters and new year-round varieties. 

December 23 , 2025

Why branded grapes are winning in Europe: Sun World's AUTUMNCRISP strategy delivers massive sales growth

Sun World says naming the brand is helping retailers lift sales, and AUTUMNCRISP’s Denmark debut shows just how branding can reshape a traditionally generic category.

December 15 , 2025

Unifrutti Group acquires Peruvian table grape producer Safco for $150 million

The company is now has 100 percent ownership of the Peruvian producer, including its nearly 1,400 acres of grape farms, plus two modern packhouses in Ica.

December 12 , 2025

California table grape harvest ends with critical drop in cold storage inventory

Between weeks 46 and 48, the USDA reported a dramatic fall in cold storage stock compared to last year. A green variety shortage might be on the horizon, but the industry calls for calm as late cultivars are still at the packing house.

December 12 , 2025

Port chaos stalls South African table grape exports amid growing global competition

The South African Table Grape Industry reports a slower export pace, driven by increased inspections, adverse weather in Cape Town, and strong commercial rivals in the Southern Hemisphere.

December 11 , 2025

USDA fights Systems Approach suspension for Chilean table grape imports

The filing opens a 90-day period during which the agency will defend its 2024 decision to unlock the protocol for exporters in the Latin American country.

November 28 , 2025

Shifting vines: How China’s appetite is reshaping the grape market

As Chinese consumers demand more and better fruit, global exporters are racing to keep pace. With the latest data showing a fast-evolving market, new production windows and varieties are dictating who gets a seat at the table.

November 26 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: The keys behind Peru's unprecedented 2025-26 table grape market expansion

The US remains the top destination as Peru refines its place in the global table grape market. Smart harvest planning and a pivot to patented seedless varieties are boosting both quality and reach.

November 20 , 2025

APHIS officializes Systems Approach suspension for Chilean table grape imports until new legal action

In a notice, the agency stated "APHIS will only issue import permits for grapes treated with fumigation either in Chile or upon arrival at a US port of entry,"

November 17 , 2025

Chilean table grape industry condemns the suspension of the Systems Approach: “It’s the most unfair thing there is”

At Fruittrade 2025, experts broke down the impact of the 10 percent tariff as well as the repercussions of the suspension of the Systems Approach on exports to the United States.

October 31 , 2025