The raisin harvest is underway in California and growers are anxious to know what they’re getting for their crops. The Raisin Bargaining Association is ready to offer a higher bonus for quality raisins, with the organization wanting to incentivize a good product. RBA Chairman Charles Salmon spoke to Matthew Malcolm with American Vineyard to discuss raisin prices this year and what growers can expect. Watch this quick video and learn more in American Vineyard Magazine.
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Raisin Bargaining Association Introduces Combination Pricing Program
The California raisin industry is evolving as growers and packers navigate through difficult times. The Raisin Bargaining Association (RBA) is adapting as well to protect the interests of its members and negotiate sustainable prices for raisin growers. Watch this brief interview with RBA Chairman Dwayne Cardoza as he introduces a new combination program for 2020 raisin crop pricing and read more about it in American Vineyard Magazine.Please thank this video’s sponsor Suterra for their industry support. -
Record High CA Raisin Price Established for 2018 Crop
The Raisin Bargaining Association and packers came to an agreement on October 19th to establish the highest price ever in California raisin history for the 2018 California raisin crop. Watch this brief interview with RBA CEO Kalem Barserian as he shares the price and update on inventory. Read more about it in American Vineyard Magazine, and be sure to attend the Annual Grape, Nut & Tree Fruit Expo on November 13th at the Big Fresno Fairgrounds for a complete State of the Raisin Industry report.
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RBA & Packers Make Progress Toward Record CA Raisin Price
Raisin Bargaining Association Board Members and packers are making progress towards finalizing the high price ever in California raisin history for the 2018 California raisin crop. Watch this brief interview with RBA CEO Kalem Barserian as he shares the progress being made, as well as the recent rainstorm impact on the crop. Read more about it in American Vineyard Magazine, and be sure to attend the Annual Grape, Nut & Tree Fruit Expo on November 13th at the Big Fresno Fairgrounds for a complete State of the Raisin Industry report.
Enjoy our Ag video news? Be sure to let our sponsor Duarte Nursery know & thank them for their industry support!

