Grapes

The situation in Moldova's grape sector remains uncertain. In January and February of last year, exports amounted to just over 6,000 tons. In total, 10,200 tons of grapes from the 2025 harvest were exported in 2024. This indicates that in 2026, total exports from the previous harvest could reach. read more

Peru's agro-exports exceeded $15 billion by the end of 2025, as reported by the National Agrarian Health Service (Senasa), showcasing continued adherence to food safety standards in markets like the European Union. Senasa highlighted that products such as fresh blueberries, fresh grapes, read more

Chile's grape season is picking up pace, but export volumes have been revised downward from initial forecasts. In total, the country is projected to ship 63 million cases, a decrease of 6.4 percent compared to the previous season. Earlier in the season, northern regions faced some weather disturbances. read more

Po słabym występie Portu w Kapsztadzie podczas tegorocznych sezonów eksportu owoców pestkowych, winogron oraz jabłek i gruszek, eksporterzy zastanawiają się, czy najnowsze oświadczenia rządu dotyczące reformy kolejnictwa i logistyki zmienią cokolwiek.

After the poor performance of the Port of Cape Town during this year's stonefruit, table grape, and apple and pear export seasons, exporters are wondering if the latest statements from the government regarding its plans for rail and logistics reform will change anything. read more

India's grape exporters are currently facing significant difficulties due to the conflict in the Middle East. Shipments to the Gulf region have come to a standstill and shipping routes have become unpredictable and chaotic. Rajendra Pandit Deore of ShreeKrishna IMPEX Ventures highlights that a substantial portion of Indian grapes are typically exported to the Middle East. read more

The Namibian government has expressed worries about the growing fruit fly problem in the country's horticultural sector, especially in the export-focused table grape industry along the Orange River. The alert was raised by James Nzhengwa, deputy director in the agricultural directorate. read more

On Thursday, the National Association of Plant Breeders (ANOVE) organized a conference titled "Innovation and the Future of the Plant Variety Protection System in the EU." The event was attended by Fepex President Cecilio Peregrín, who emphasized the importance of a regulatory framework that fosters. read more

This week, the fruit market prices remained mostly consistent with those observed after the Lantern Festival last week. Prices for imported grapes have decreased, whereas blueberry prices have gone up. Furthermore, Egyptian oranges have made their way into the market as the new Egyptian orange season has commenced. read more

Bloom Fresh has ramped up its enforcement efforts in Peru by taking a series of new legal actions, implementing supply chain monitoring initiatives, and conducting investigations to target the illegal propagation and sale of its protected grape varieties. read more

Bloom Fresh has increased its enforcement efforts in Peru through a set of new legal actions, supply chain monitoring initiatives, and investigations aimed at combating the illegal propagation and sale of its protected grape varieties. As a part of this enhanced enforcement program, the company has read more

The prices of fresh food in the United Kingdom may increase due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East impacting energy markets, freight routes, and input costs throughout the food supply chain. Imported fruits and vegetables such as grapes, tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers may be particularly affected. read more

In the South Tyrolean agri-food industry, grape pomace, apple peels, and seeds are no longer considered just waste. Within the framework of Zero Residue, a project aimed at rewriting the destiny of agricultural and agro-industrial by-products, a new concept is emerging. read more

Western Australian fresh fruit marketer and exporter WA Farm Direct has experienced a successful growing season for grapes and has seen consistent export demand across Asia. The company is dedicated to sending high-quality fruit to compete in premium market segments. Grapes continue to be a key export product for WA Farm Direct. read more