CTGC President Ian LeMay praised exiting board head Marko Zaninovich for his leadership during a significant transition period for the organization.
Processed raisin-type grapes dropped sharply by over 50 percent. Conversely, white wine grape crush declined by six percent.
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.”
The latest USDA data shows the sector's slight but continued shrinking over the past three years, as well as a clear shift toward popular green varieties like Autumn Crisp.
Some Golden State vineyards are showing blooms up to four weeks ahead of schedule, potentially preceding a long and profitable campaign.
Limited quantities of these flavorful heirloom organic grapes will be available for summer 2026 programs
Vines continue to recover from past climate trauma, forcing growers to weather a new season of operational challenges.
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.
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.
In his decision, Judge Ali labeled the initial authorization by USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) as "arbitrary and capricious."
