Grapes

A significant surplus of grapes in storage in the United States has caused a delay in Peru's grape exports (which are subjected to a 10% duty when entering the US), despite growing interest in Peruvian grapes among American consumers. Brazil, which imposes a 50% duty on US imports, is now shipping larger quantities to Europe and the UK compared to previous years, as noted. read more

Italian grapes were the most popular in the market, with a wide selection including Italia and Red Globe varieties, as well as some Arra and IFG varieties. In Frankfurt, the quality had significantly improved from the previous week, leading to an increase in prices. Customers in Hamburg also had to search a bit. read more

"The grape industry is facing significant challenges at the moment. In recent years, the EU season has typically been over by now, as Peru and Brazil have been dominating the market with high prices," said John Fox, Grape Product Manager for Pacific Produce. "Nevertheless, we are having an EU season this year." read more

While grape exports from Nashik, India's primary production region, were steady during the 2024-25 season, prolonged and unseasonal rainfall since May has resulted in extensive damage to orchards. Nashik, renowned as the "grape capital," has witnessed approximately 60,000 hectares of perennial fruit crops being affected. read more

Sezon winogron stołowych w Peru rozpoczął się nieco później niż oczekiwano, spowodowany warunkami pogodowymi i początkowymi niepewnościami dotyczącymi 10-procentowego cła importowego. „Jednak dobrym wieścią jest, że rozpoczęliśmy wysyłkę i oczekujemy pierwszych dostaw około Dnia Dziękczynienia” - mówi Antonio. read more

As of mid-October, the 2025 California table grape season entered its final weeks of harvesting with mixed results. According to reports, the fruit quality has been quite strong in terms of size, appearance, and taste, largely attributed to a relatively mild summer in the San Joaquin Valley. read more

Morocco has significantly increased its presence in the Canadian citrus market, with its grapefruit exports doubling and achieving a new record in the marketing year (MY) 2024/25, as reported by EastFruit. read more

As Moldova nears the end of its late table grape harvest, growers are grappling with the lingering effects of prolonged autumn rains, which have pushed a significant portion of the crop toward winemaking rather than fresh sales. In several regions, up to 50% of the "Moldova" grape crop has been affected. read more

Morocco has increased its presence in the Canadian citrus market during the 2024/25 marketing year, doubling grapefruit exports and achieving a new record volume, as reported by EastFruit. From November 2024 to August 2025, Morocco exported 1,500 metric tons of grapefruit to Canada, valued at read more

Growers in Namibia and along South Africa's Orange River are entering the final stages of preparation for the 2025/2026 table grape season, with consistent weather and balanced vineyard growth reported across both regions. In Namibia, the Namibia Grape Company is making preparations in the Aussenkehr area. read more

Thank you! Dreams and El Pedregal have announced that their partnership will continue for a third season. As part of the program, El Pedregal grapes are sold with labels showcasing images of actual farmworkers, along with a QR code that can be scanned to watch a video about the farmworkers' lives. read more

As California reaches the latter part of its table grape season, it is estimated that there are between 25 to 30 million cases of grapes left to be shipped. "The supply is depleting faster than we had expected," says Stephen Harmer of Grapeman Farms. This is especially true in the green grape market, which is experiencing a growing demand. read more

"Zeszłego roku wiśnie stanęły przed znaczącymi wyzwaniami, ponieważ rekordowa ilość eksportu wywierała presję na ceny. W obliczu tak obfitej podaży producenci powinni skupić się na wysyłaniu tylko najwyższej jakości owoców. Mniejsze rozmiary powinny zostać wycofane na rzecz większych, które są bardziej" read more

A clinical study published in Frontiers in Nutrition investigated the potential benefits of a food supplement containing citrus and red grape extracts, hesperidin, and chromium in improving metabolic health in individuals with impaired fasting glucose (IFG). The study was conducted over a period of six months at a single center, with participants randomly assigned to receive either the supplement or a placebo in a double-blind manner. read more

The new South African table grape season has started promisingly, with conditions in all five production regions suggesting a normal season ahead. read more

Grape growers in Tamil Nadu's Theni district, India, are reporting significant crop losses due to early northeast monsoon rains that led to flooding in vineyards across the Cumbum valley, a major grape-producing region in the state. The heavy rainfall and cold weather have caused damage to the standing vines. read more

The California table grape season is expected to last for about three more weeks, with harvesting finishing around November 20th. Shipments are projected to continue for an additional five weeks. Currently, the industry is still experiencing high volumes, with an average of four million boxes being shipped per week. read more

Do końca tego roku eksport winogron stołowych z Peru przekroczy 1,9 miliarda dolarów, umacniając pozycję kraju jako wiodącego producenta i eksportera winogron stołowych na świecie. Ministerstwo Rozwoju Rolnictwa i Irigacji (Midagri) przewiduje, że do 2025 roku eksport wyniesie 760 000 ton. read more

India's 2025-26 grape season is proving to be one of the most difficult in recent memory, according to Shubham Shelar of Shelar Exports, a fresh produce exporter based in Nashik, Maharashtra. "Many vineyards are seeing a significant decrease in fruit yield, with very low crop volumes. Heavy, untimely rains..." read more

The 2025/26 South African table grape season has started with generally favorable conditions, as all five production regions have reported normal crop development. The first crop estimate released by the South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) projects that export volumes inspected are on track. read more