Grapes

Grape varieties from the Byzantine era that were discovered in Israel's Negev desert are now being replanted after over a thousand years, reviving ancient farming practices that once provided wine to Mediterranean markets. The new vineyard is being established at Shivta National Park, located within the remains of the Byzantine-era settlement. read more

Albert van der Merwe from Sonop Boerdery, a farm in Noordoewer growing tomatoes, butternuts, and table grapes, stated that over a thousand employees have been sent home, and there is a possibility that the final 3,000 tonnes of their tomatoes may need to be destroyed due to South Africa closing its border to Namibian produce. read more

Peru has overtaken Chile to become the world's top exporter of table grapes, with China also emerging as a significant competitor, as stated in a recent RaboResearch report. Global exports reached a record high of 4.6 million metric tons in 2024/25, with projections indicating further shifts in the market. read more

A new report released by Rabobank has revealed that Peru has overtaken Chile to become the world's leading table grape exporter - a change described as a "significant shift" for the industry. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries has recently announced 22 varieties to complement select 2026 Paint Colors of the Year introduced by major paint brands. The company's selection features a variety of hues and tones that enhance the versatility and tranquility of the prominent indoor and outdoor spaces for the upcoming year. read more

The 2025 grape campaign in Apulia is reaching its peak, and the Grappolo Rosso farm, headed by Asia Grilli, is showcasing a diverse selection of high-quality grapes. This year has posed its challenges: initially, the ripening of the produce was not uniform. read more

Peviani returns to Fruit Attaction 2025 (Hall4, stand 4D05A) where they will present some novelties and unveil new projects. With the commercial director, Andrea Peviani, we will assess the table grape market on which the company specializes and also targets foreign markets. What are read more

Innovation and tradition: this is the route that guides La Grande Bellezza Italiana in the table grape sector, as emerged strongly during the recent IFN live broadcast (Click here to watch the live broadcast). In the comparison between producers and distributors, Leonardo Odorizzi, read more

The latest projections from the USDA for 2025 indicate that there will be higher production levels for apples, pears, walnuts, and grapes. On the other hand, lower yields are expected for peaches, cranberries, and table olives. California's table grape production is forecasted to remain the same as last year, while Washington's apple harvest is anticipated to reach a record-breaking 8 billion. read more

The arrival of autumn is not just a matter of temperatures and climate but also reflects on the tables of Italians. With the help of La Borsa della Spesa, the weekly service of BMTI and Italmercati, in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, it is easier to choose. read more

The South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) has announced expectations for a high-quality harvest of a sufficient size to meet market demands throughout the season. read more

Henk Nijhoff of Exsa begins by saying, "About 25 years ago, there was a claim that grapefruit breaks down fat. That caused quite a stir. Unless influencers can create another such hype by labeling grapefruit as a superfood, I see the market declining rather than growing." read more

The season for table grapes in 2025-2026 is expected to be one of the most crucial for Peruvian agricultural exports. According to projections from the Peruvian Association of Table Grape Producers (Provid), the country is set to export 86 million boxes, a 4% increase from the previous season. With these numbers, which read more

After a strong start, the table grape campaign went through two challenging months. August and September did not yield the expected results, neither domestically nor internationally. However, in the last few weeks, the situation seems to be showing some timid signs of improvement. read more

As the weather warms up, Produce Plus takes a look at summer favourites, including spotlights on the mango, stonefruit, cherry and table grape categories as they vie for attention over the holiday period. read more

This year has brought early ripening for apples and grapes in parts of the UK, with some crops showing high yields while others struggled under the hottest summer on record. At The Vyne in Hampshire, apple trees are carrying heavy loads of fruit. Gardener Emma Greenwood said, "It's absolutely..." read more

The Summer Berry Company (TSBC), a UK-based integrated berry supplier, will be announcing a new joint venture with Southern Cross Marketing & Management (Southern Group) at this month's Fruit Attraction event. Southern Group is a leader in grapes and dates in the Southern Hemisphere. read more

Florida is expecting a promising grapefruit season, which is a positive change after last year's Hurricanes Helene and Milton affected the supply of citrus fruits in the state. "We have not experienced any significant weather events this year. If this trend continues, we are anticipating a better crop than last year." read more

The table grape sector in Southern Africa is getting ready for the 2024/25 export season after experiencing a record crop last year. Growers in Namibia and South Africa have reported steady vineyard growth, and the harvest is set to commence in the next few weeks. Early harvesting is expected in Namibia. read more

The vineyards of the Orion company in the Odessa region are facing drought stress this year, as reported by Pivden. Agronomist Mykola Atmazhov stated that the farm cultivates over 10 grape varieties, including table grapes Levii, Preobrazhenie, Roshformish, Veles, Anyuta, and Souvenir. read more