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California Grapegrowers Face Challenges Amid Declining Wine Demand

California grape growers are struggling to sell their harvest due to a significant decline in wine demand, with sales dropping over 20% in five years. Many growers are considering removing vineyards as they face financial losses, while the overall wine market continues to experience a downturn. Factors such as changing consumer habits and increased competition from other beverages are contributing to this trend.

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Allied Grape Growers First Citizens Bank
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Bill Berryhill Jeff Bitter Kyle Collins Rob McMillan

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California grape growers are struggling to sell their harvest due to a significant decline in wine demand, with sales dropping over 20% in five years. Many growers are considering removing vineyards as they face financial losses, while the overall wine market continues to experience a downturn. Factors such as changing consumer habits and increased competition from other beverages are contributing to this trend.

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California farmers are struggling to sell grapes as demand for wine drops

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California Grapegrowers Face Challenges Amid Declining Wine Demand