Grape Reporter

Agronometrics in Charts: Table grape prices and volumes have been higher in 2021

Average grape prices in the U.S. market throughout 2021 have been higher than those of 2020, with the exception of January and April, even though volumes have been higher year on year.
September 08 , 2021

Peruvian table grape exports set to surpass 60 million boxes for first time

The Peruvian table grape industry is forecast to export a record volume of fruit in the upcoming season, with the first estimate pegging shipments at 62.5 million boxes.
September 07 , 2021

South Africa's table grape association appoints new CEO

The South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) said the new appointee would early in the new year take over the reins from Willem Bestbier, who’s retirement as CEO was announced in May 2021
September 03 , 2021

California: Coastal grape growers can use less water during drought - UC Davis study

California grape growers in coastal areas can use less water during times of drought and cut irrigation levels without affecting crop yields or quality, according to a new study out of the University of California, Davis.
September 03 , 2021

Australian table grape industry to carry out major traceability project

The pilot – which commenced in June 2021 – will run for the duration of the 2021/22 table grape harvest season, and aims to build, diversify and protect exports by developing producer-to consumer traceability.
August 31 , 2021

Chile: Snow reported in table grape production area

Rain and snow fell in the Atacama desert region in Chile last week, which affected an area that produces 10 percent of the country's table grapes.
August 31 , 2021

Chilean table grape industry pushes for systems approach for exports to U.S. this season

Industry members are working together for system approach protocols to be allowed for shipments of the fruit into the U.S. this season.
August 24 , 2021

Beva Fruits International's BENJI label continues to generate strong social impact

BFI has joined forces with Women Safe & Children (women-safe.org), an association that comes to the aid of women and children who are victims of domestic violence.
August 24 , 2021

IFG celebrates 20 years advancing the industry through fruit breeding

The fruit industry has dramatically changed over the last 20 years, and IFG is celebrating the pioneering advancements we have brought to the world of fruit breeding. 
August 18 , 2021

Notable changes mark table grape sector in Southern Hemisphere

Over the last 10 years, the table grape industry has shown great dynamism, especially in the Southern Hemisphere, with numerous changes taking place.
August 16 , 2021