Merbein's Cos Dichiera prides himself on producing top-quality dried grapes.

His father would say “If you’re going to do something, do it properly”.

It’s that work ethic that saw him awarded the top honour in the 2023 Dried Fruits Australia Quality Awards.

Presented at Mildura Field Days, Cos’s sunmuscats took out the overall prize – the third time he’s won the award.

He previous...