Grape Reporter
Chilean table grape exports to fall by 5 million boxes after late summer rains
With this new projection, the country is looking to close its campaign with an adjusted export forecast eight percent below an already lowered figure.
March 31 , 2026
Sweet Globe and AUTUMNCRISP lead new Mexican green grape strategy
Producers are reducing acreage of early-season grapes like Flame Seedless and Sugraone as part of a deliberate, trend-based approach.
March 31 , 2026
DOJ withdraws USDA appeal, ratifying ruling against Systems Approach for Chilean table grape exports
The reason behind the department's decision remains unclear, but it leaves Chilean exporters with little to no recourse to reverse the ruling in this case.
March 30 , 2026
BLOOM FRESH accelerates innovation in Indian table grape industry
India’s table grape industry is growing fast, led by innovative varieties, expanding exports, and a focus on quality and global competitiveness.
March 19 , 2026
Heavy rains disrupt Chile's critical late grape harvest
Key varieties like Crimson grapes face increased risk of splitting and rot as producers step up preventive measures.
March 19 , 2026
Bloom Fresh cracks down on illegal grape plantings in Peru
March 16 , 2026
Chilean researchers want to grow table grapes with less water while sustaining exports
INIA, the country’s leading agricultural research institute, is looking to determine if adopting controlled irrigation systems can conserve water, without sacrificing fruit quality.
March 12 , 2026
South African table grape exports surpass 67.8 million cartons, up four percent year-over-year
With harvest estimates unchanged, stats show 90 percent completion against SATI’s season forecast and confirm consistent performance from the country's export sector.
March 09 , 2026
Chile updates 2025-26 table grape season projection, with 62.2 million boxes and 72 percent new varieties
Industry body Frutas de Chile said the slight downward adjustment was mainly due to climatic conditions and changing dynamics in the country's producing regions.
March 04 , 2026
RIOblanco relies on flavor edge as Chilean grape volumes ease
With more stable market conditions, the firm is reducing its reliance on the US market by exploring European and Latin American clusters.
March 02 , 2026



