Grapes
Grapes producers have bio solution against ‘unseen enemy’
Grapes are one of the widest spread fruit crops; it could be produced in many parts of the world. It is a good option for farmers to support demand for locally grown agricultural products and... more »
Delegation asks USDA for direct relief for winegrape growers
California’s congressional delegation wants winegrape growers to receive financial relief through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). Beginning May 26, CFAP intended to provide up to $16 billion in direct... more »
Detecting emerging pesticide resistance in grapes
Fungal pathogens, like the ones present in many specialty crops, often change over time. This means, for example, that resistance to certain fungicides might also vary from year to year. Timothy... more »
Sun World takes firm stance on IP rights breach
Californian based variety development and licensing company, Sun World International,LLC (Sun World), announced July 1 it has reached settlement of a dispute with a prominent Australian table grape producer (and associated entities) within the Sunraysia... more »
California winegrape growers expected to suffer $437M in losses due to COVID-19
California winegrape growers could suffer at least $437 million in lost sales from this year’s grape harvest due to COVID-19 related economic disruptions. According to an analysis by Jon Moramarco, managing partner of bw166 and... more »
New line of table grape varieties designed to capture marketers, consumers
International Fruit Genetics (IFG), a fruit breeder, is adding six new table grape varieties the company says are poised to further disrupt the produce industry and lead the table grape world with unique shapes and flavors... more »
New degree in place for wine students at Washington State University
Students can now earn a bachelor’s degree in viticulture and enology from Washington State University. After the Washington State University (WSU) Board of Regents approved the new Bachelor of Science degree in May, the Northwest... more »
Marrone Bio Innovations: Regalia seen as top biofungicide brand in California
Davis, California-based Marrone Bio Innovations Inc., a sustainable bioprotection and plant health solutions, announced June 24 that its flagship biofungicide, Regalia, holds more than 25% market share* of the foliar biofungicide segment in California; outperforming... more »
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