In its constant pursuit of superior table grape varieties for both growers and consumers, BLOOM FRESH™ is launching Bebop™, a mid-early season seedless variety that is already capturing agricultural markets due to its high commercial potential.
High Productive Potential and Early Windows
For growers, particularly in regions like Chile, finding a reliable early-season variety is crucial. Bebop™ matures approximately seven days earlier than the traditional Thompson variety, offering a strategic advantage to capture early commercial windows.
The agronomic profile of Bebop™ makes it exceptionally attractive for commercial farming:
- High Fertility: It boasts a fertility rate of over 85%, making it ideal for pruning with 4-5 buds.
- Outstanding Yields: The variety offers a high productive potential of 3,500 to 3,800 boxes per hectare.
- Uniformity: Bunches feature a good conical structure weighing between 550 and 650 grams, with large, oval berries averaging 22 millimeters in caliber.
A New Step Toward Sustainability
“At BLOOM FRESH™, we seek to generate a positive impact on farmers, workers, communities, and consumers. We are committed to finding sustainable ways to produce our varieties more efficiently,” explains Valeria Garcia R., Commercial Lead for Table Grapes for BLOOM FRESH™ in Chile.
Bebop™ exemplifies this commitment. This red seedless grape colors naturally, entirely eliminating the need for ethephon applications. This significantly reduces chemical residues and environmental impact. Furthermore, its easy field management—especially during bunch shaping—results in low labor intensity, reducing operational costs for growers.
Global Expansion and Consumer Appeal
Currently, Bebop™ is cultivated in major table grape-producing countries, including Australia, Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, Peru, Spain, Italy, Egypt, and the United States. In Chile, BLOOM FRESH™ has already licensed semi-commercial blocks, with the first full commercial plantings scheduled for the spring of 2025 and winter of 2026.
Beyond its agronomic benefits, Bebop™ is destined to win over consumers year-round with its striking red color, large oval shape, and an unmistakable, juicy tropical flavor that sets it apart in international markets.
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