The red table grape harvest in Peru will begin in two or three weeks and the white variety harvest in one month.

is scheduled for within a month. Although the collection is expected to start at a slow pace, the volume will gradually increase. "This year we expect a great quality and good caliber of grapes," says Omar Farronay of Agrifruits Holdings. "Last season, the northern Piura producing region was affected by a water crisis and some producers had to abandon the cultivation," he explains. Fortunately, the prospects for the next harvest are very favorable. "Thanks to the excellent growing conditions, we expect an increase in volume and an early rebound of the harvest in the Piura region." Exports to the United States Although California is experiencing a large table grape harvest this season and will continue for a couple more months, most of the early Peruvian grape shipments are destined for the U.S. market. "So far, California is doing very well, but retailers are expected to make room for the Piura window, which is about to open, allowing them to offer fruit from both origins. For ...