The California grape season is off to a strong start for Sun Grape California LLC, an Oppy Company, with good volume, new sustainable packaging, and a continued commitment to quality and growth.
Following a smooth and well-managed Mexican season, Sun Grape anticipates a strong California harvest running from July through December. Up to 15 premium grape varieties will be available, packed under the Dole, Ocean Spray, and Sun Grape brands, along with custom private label options. In line with its commitment to innovation and sustainability, the company is also introducing a new eco-friendly packaging option this season — designed to meet the evolving expectations of both consumers and retailers.
© OppyThe company anticipates a strong California harvest running from July through December.
"Sun Grape is debuting a new MDOPE (Machine Direction Oriented Polyethylene) grape bag," said Oppy's executive director of grapes and stonefruit Bill Poulos. "This next-generation packaging solution reduces the use of traditional plastics by utilizing a recyclable, mono-material film that offers both environmental and performance benefits."
The MDOPE bags passed rigorous shelf-life tests in cool storage, demonstrating durability, breathability, and product protection — ensuring grapes arrive fresh while helping reduce its overall carbon footprint. This package reflects the company's broader commitment to responsible innovation and supporting retail partners in meeting their sustainability goals.
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L-R: Bill Poulos, Sammy Cacciatore, Piers Hanbury
"This year marks another exciting step forward for our team and our customers," said Sammy Cacciatore, president of Sun Grape California LLC. "With quality at the forefront, we're delivering a broad range of varieties and packaging solutions, backed by a service model that allows us to move quickly and efficiently to meet market demands."
Formed in 2024, the joint venture brings together the growing expertise of a multi-generational California farming family with Oppy's marketing and distribution capabilities. As a fully vertically integrated grower-packer-shipper, Sun Grape is positioned to provide consistent supply, flexible service, and the standards of excellence the market demands.
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Sun Grape is debuting a new MDOPE (Machine Direction Oriented Polyethylene) grape bag.
"Sun Grape represents what's next in table grapes — an agile, quality-driven business with deep roots and future-focused ambition. We're continuing to invest heavily, with up to 1,000 acres of new development planned over the next three years and a pipeline of new desirable varieties to meet changing consumer preferences," said Piers Hanbury, executive director of category development at Oppy.
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