Grapes

The Sonora table grape season in Mexico began later than originally anticipated, and just a few weeks into the harvest, it was significantly disrupted by adverse weather conditions. An early tropical depression formed in the south and brought heavy rainfall to the Sonora region. read more

The table grape growing season has been progressing exceptionally well for growers in Corinth, one of Greece's most important regions for this crop. According to Mr. Markos Leggas, president of the local Pegasus Agrifood Coop, "Until mid-June, the grapevines have been developing sufficiently. read more

"The first quantities of the new Spanish grape season will arrive from the coast of Murcia ten days later than last year. So far, there have been no frost or hail damages, as the majority of the production is equipped with hail protection nets," informed Joaquín Gómez. read more

As the European citrus season comes to an end, deliveries from the Southern Hemisphere, particularly from South Africa, are gradually ramping up. Grapefruit and easy peelers are already on the market, and the first shipments of overseas oranges will soon be arriving. The cold treatment that has been mandatory for several years will ensure the fruits meet phytosanitary regulations. read more

The produce shipper-marketer, Divine Flavor, along with its principal grower and Mexico's largest table grape producer, Grupo Alta, recently hosted Sun World International at their Sonora vineyards for a special showcase of Ruby Rush® (Sugrafiftythree variety), the company's newest red seedless grape. read more

Vito Fraschini, a producer and city councilor for agriculture in Noicàttaro, one of the main areas of grape production in Apulia, gives us an overview of this year's season. "The grapes in Apulia are of excellent quality this year," he emphasizes. read more

Prices always high for cherries: the Ferrovia della Puglia cultivar and the first Italian Durone cherries have entered the market. The new campaign for Sicilian table grapes has started early, with the Vittoria and Black Magic varieties. There is a growing demand for watermelons. The sale of melons has also begun. read more

Vietnam's imported fruit sales saw a significant increase in 2025 due to growing consumer demand for premium, health-focused products, as reported by the Vietnamese magazine HuangSoc. US apples, Australian cherries, and Korean grapes are now prominently displayed in supermarket counters and convenience stores. read more

W Południowej Afryce wyeksportowano 77,8 miliona kartonów winogron stołowych w sezonie 2024/25, najwyższa wartość w historii i o 5 procent więcej niż w poprzednim sezonie. read more

Amit Chopde, CEO of Indian fresh produce exporter Chopde Farms and Exports, stated that the grape season ended a few weeks ago. Despite some lingering challenges from the previous year, the overall season was quite positive. read more

The table grape season started with promising signs for the 'La Bella Assai' winery in Mazzarrone (CT), one of Sicily's emblematic production areas. Harvesting operations commenced on May 3rd, with high-quality yields and a favorable market response already in place. Antonio Bellassai, the company's owner, read more

This week, growers and shippers of Mexican grapes are evaluating their crops after Sunday's rains, which had different effects in various regions of the country. "In Guaymas and La Costa, there was minimal rainfall. In Pesqueira, our farm received 4.4 mm of rain, and in Caborca, the amount varied depending on the location." read more

The first grape harvest at Sharjah's Ghamam project on Jebel Deem, UAE, situated 850 meters above sea level at the heart of a mountain agriculture initiative, has effectively transformed rugged terrain into fertile land. This project, highlighted by Sharjah News, represents a significant agricultural accomplishment. read more

The volume of fruit shipped through Terminal Pacífico Sur (TPS) at Chile’s Valparaíso port grew by 18 percent during the 2024/25 season, as reported by Mundo Marítimo. A total of 1.24 million tonnes of fruit was shipped in refrigerated containers between November and May, with cherries and grapes being among the main products. read more

"María Elena Villablanca, Verfrut's Europe Manager, said, 'This year has been very good for us.' The campaign was characterized by a shortage of containers and high tariffs, but also by the quality and market expansion of our main fruits: kiwi, cherry, and grapes." read more