Grapes

Thompson Seedless Grapesare thin-skinned, sweet and juicy, and can be eaten fresh or dried. Scottish immigrant William Thompson brought the first Thompson Seedless grapes to California in 1875. At that time they were called Lady de Coverly; but were later to bare his name. Today thousands of acres of Thompson Seedless Grapes have been planted in California for the production of raisins, wine and table grapes.

What makes Marian Farms’ grapes unique?
Marian Farms differentiates their grapes by using biodynamic agricultural practices and by hand picking their grapes to perfection. Since grapes are a berry they do not continue to ripen once they are harvested. Marian Farms takes care to harvest them when they are at their sweetest, and ensures that the customer receives ripe, full and attractive clusters. The grapes are picked when they are a translucent green-yellow or have a golden-amber color. Marian Farms’ grapes are also unique in that they are not treated with Gibberellic acid or “gibbed”, as most grapes are in both the organic and conventional markets. Gibberellic acid-3 is a commercially produced plant growth regulator (i.e. growth hormone) which is sprayed on seedless grapes to increase grape size and yield. Marian Farms believes that grapes should be eaten in their naturally delicious state, as they were when William Thompson introduced this now popular variety to California. Unlike other grapes on the market, Marian Farms believes biodynamic practices contribute to the rejuvenation of one’s spirit, body and soul.
Pack: Grapes are packed in earth-friendly paper tote bags, each holding approximately 2+ lbs. There are 7 totes to a case – approximately 17 lbs per case. To ensure high quality, all of our grapes are picked to order and shipped ASAP in refrigerated trucks.
Seasonal Availability: August – September

Serving Suggestions:

• A delectable bunch of grapes makes an unbeatable dessert. For the finest bouquet, remove from the refrigerator one hour before serving, and rinse with cold water, and snip into portion-size clusters for easy eating.
• Marian Farms’ Thompson Seedless grapes will also enhance a mixed fruit salad.
• For a nourishing snack or breakfast, add them to your yogurt, or cold or hot cereal.
  Looking to cool off during the hot summer months? Try frozen grapes, a fun, refreshing snack! Just pull grapes from stems, place them on a tray, and freeze until hard.
• Marian Farms’ grapes will compliment any poultry, or mild-flavored fish, especially when cooked with wine. Just before serving, add grapes to the pan and sauté or simmer until the grapes are heated through. Thompson Seedless grapes are also delicious when added to chunky chicken salad, pasta, grain salads or coleslaw.