Grape Reporter
California table grape losses to Hilary estimated at 25 million boxes
With approximately 30% of the crop harvested when the hurricane hit, it is projected that 35% of the remaining crop – 25 million boxes – has been lost.
September 04 , 2023
Sun World’s first global grape marketing campaign
The fully integrated campaign – expected to be the largest ever for a branded grape – aims to raise retail and consumer awareness and stimulate demand for these grapes.
August 15 , 2023
BID Invest grants Pura Fruit $10M for grape expansion
The financing provided by BID Invest will support Pura Fruit's growth strategy by expanding its agricultural production through the planting of 150 new acres of table grapes, increasing water storage capacity, and the installation of covers on plantations.
August 10 , 2023
Fruit World launches organic grape program
Fruit World’s grape program features different varieties and runs from late July through October.
July 27 , 2023
Agronometrics in Charts: Delayed harvests alter the timeline for Mexico’s table grape season
Similar to Mexico and Coachella, Central California is experiencing a delay of approximately 10-14 days in its harvest.
July 27 , 2023
Mexican grapes winding down
After a high-priced early Jalisco deal, Mexico’s traditional Sonoran production was delayed and otherwise set back by unseasonably chilly temperatures.
July 24 , 2023
Sun World announces new red seedless grape brand
Sun World launched the all-new Ruby Rush brand red seedless grapes, an ideal replacement for traditional early-season red seedless grapes like Flame Seedless and other red varieties throughout the season.
July 18 , 2023
Fresh Farms and Jewel Osco unleash fun and flavor with 'Taste to Believe' campaign for Candy Grapes
The campaign places a strong emphasis on creating visually appealing experiences for customers.
July 13 , 2023
Australian table grape season’s silver lining
Table grape export volumes increased by 20,000 tons to more than 130,000 tons – worth more than $570 million – lower than the industry’s pre-Covid peak, but an improvement on the past two seasons.
July 05 , 2023
Southern table grape sector continues to lead exports
The ability to respond to the changes in consumer trends and preferences in northern markets led the sector’s success, with varietal change to seedless grapes and patented cultivars playing an important role.
June 30 , 2023