Grapes
With robust supplies of Chilean grapes headed for the U.S., “it’s looking like mid-March through April will be a great time for retailers to promote Chilean grapes,” says Ignacio Caballero of Frutas de Chile.
The commission’s vice president of marketing, who dedicated nearly 26 years to the industry, died Nov. 24 after battling cancer.
Table grape production is projected to rise as California makes a full recovery from last year’s damage from Hurricane Hilary.
In this new role, Jackie Nakashian will develop, implement and manage community service and health outreach programs for the organization.
Felix Instruments says its new device offers a non-destructive way to test for Brix, pH and titratable acidity.
The company says its licensing program offers access to the company’s fruit varieties, marketing tools and technical support.
The California Table Grape Commission says Susan Day, vice president of international marketing, will be retiring.
Sun World International says it will highlight the grapes at the Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas, Jan. 19-21.
Lisa Massie will serve as director of international marketing for Asia, with Alexandra Merritt joining as director of global marketing.