Chile advances in the development of new varieties of table grapes
The Asoex Fruit Technology Consortium is making progress in obtaining its first 3 varieties of grapes, 100% developed in Chile. “Our Consortium has been working for approximately 14 years in the development of new fruit varieties for Chile via the Genetic Improvement Programs for table grapes, raspberries, stone fruits, apples, and cherries. It is a joint work between ASOEX, the academy, represented by the Universidad Católica de Chile; the public sector, through Corfo, and the industry,” stated Sergio Maureira, the Manager of the Asoex Fruit Technology Consortium.
“We look to create varieties that adapt to the needs of Chilean companies, markets, and the characteristics of the producing regions of Chile to replace table grape varieties that have lost space in international markets and among consumers.”