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MEXICO CROSSINGS THROUGH NOGALES, ARIZ. — Crossings (705-766-766, seedless 683-751-759, seeded 22-15-7) — Movement expected about the same. Trading seeded slow, others moderate. Prices seedless 35-60 counts lower, others generally unchanged. Red-flesh seedless-type per pound 24-inch bins approximately 35-60 counts mostly 20 cents, 75-80s 14-16 cents; red-flesh seeded-type approximately 35-55 counts 12-14 cents. Flat cartons red-flesh seedless miniature 6-9s $7-9. Quality variable. Many present shipments from prior bookings and/or previous commitments.

LOWER RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS — Shipments (29-96-255, seedless 26-83-223, seeded 3-13-32) — Movement expected to decrease slightly. Trading very active at slightly lower prices. Prices 24-inch bins per-pound red-flesh seedless-type approximately 35-60 counts 28 cents, seeded-type approximately 28-35 counts mostly 21-22 cents. Quality generally good. Most present shipments from prior bookings and/or previous commitments at lower prices.

FLORIDA — Shipments (124-159-233, red-flesh seeded 16-29-53, red-flesh seedless 51-130-180) — Movement expected to increase as more growers start the season in central Florida. Harvesting slowed. Trading very active. Prices generally unchanged. 24-inch bins per-pound red-flesh seeded-type 35s 24-25 cents; red-flesh seedless-type 45 count 29-30 cents, 60 count 29-30 cents. Quality generally good.

IMPERIAL AND COACHELLA VALLEYS, CALIF., AND CENTRAL AND WESTERN ARIZONA — Shipments (AZ seedless 0-23-16, CA 0-26-78, seedless 0-24-73, seeded 0-2-5) — Movement from western Arizona, Imperial and Coachella valleys expected to increase seasonally. Trading fairly active at slightly lower prices. Prices slightly lower. Red-flesh seedless-type per pound 24-inch bins approximately 35 and 45 counts mostly 22 cents. Organic red-flesh seedless 24-inch bins per pound approximately 35 and 45 counts 35 cents; miniature carton 6s and 8s $20.50. Quality generally good. Harvest central Arizona expected to begin the week of May 27.



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Retail

Sunlight introduces Pretty Lady grape bag for summer

Sunlight International, Delano, Calif., and JP Dulcich & Sons Grapes, are kicking off the summer grape season with the Pretty Lady label for packaging and point-of-sale materials.

This new program includes grab-n-go disposable colander bags and display cards with helpful tips for eating grapes, according to a news release.

Point-of-sale materials are available online at http://dulcich.com/promo-retail-programs/.

The healthy tips suggest things like adding premium California Grapes to salads or freezing them on a hot day, according to the release.

“The early response from our retail partners to Pretty Lady for the summer has been astounding!” said Nick Dulcich, co-owner and sales director of JP Dulcich and Sons, in the release. “And we anticipate a high demand for these new P.O.S. materials in the coming weeks. Combined with an exceptional grape crop this year, we truly believe this program will help put Dulcich Premium Grape sales over the top.”

The packaging features an illustrated beach scene and a ‘Pretty Lady’ in sunglasses. This is designed specifically to attract customers’ attention in a fun way.

Sunlight International markets for grower JP Dulcich and Sons,

Retailers or buyers can call Sunlight International and place an order or visit the ducich.com site for more information.


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Shirley Chapman    
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Fremont, CA  |  July, 16, 2012 at 02:56 PM

Chapman Illustration & Design is proud to have created the painting for the Pretty Lady Summer grape bags for JP Dulcich & Sons!
Thank you for your business!

Shirley Chapman    
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Fremont, CA  |  July, 16, 2012 at 02:57 PM

Chapman Illustration & Design is proud to have created the painting for JP Dulcich & Sons Summer grape bags!!

Kathy    
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Wilbraham, ma  |  August, 25, 2012 at 06:31 AM

Great new packaging for pretty grapes! However the bottom line is your green grapes are
absolutely the sweetest best tasting grapes out there! Keep up the good work!!

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