Grapes

W LuBa Fresh w Venlo, w zeszłym tygodniu dotarły pierwsze kontenery z indyjskimi winogronami. Dzisiaj (poniedziałek) rozładowano kolejne dwa kontenery, a kolejne dwa mają przybyć w czwartek. "Indie ruszyły 10-14 dni później, i do tej pory odnotowano również spadek o 15-30% w dostawach. read more

The third edition of Regina di Puglia, the Italian table grape festival, will take place in Noicàttaro, in the south-east of Bari, Italy, on 20-23 July, 2025. read more

This week retailers focused on all things related to spring. Popular Lenten favorites such as cactus pads, mushrooms, and chayote were in demand, and lemons and limes were advertised alongside fish and seafood. Artichokes, leeks, strawberries, Swiss chard, asparagus, and green beans were also featured. read more

Swapnil Aware, a board member of the Indian grape exporter Mersel Foods, stated that the grape season in India has been positive and stable. He mentioned that the season started in December with low initial volumes and faced quality-related challenges. However, as the season advanced, both. read more

Moyca, producent winogron stołowych, rozpoczął projekt na dwóch hektarach jednej ze swoich farm w Caravaca de la Cruz (Murcia), w celu uprawy winogron odmiany Sweet Celebration bez śladów pestycydów ani fungicydów. Inicjatywa, która jest już aktywna i zakończy się w sierpniu, ma na celu stworzenie zdrowszych

In Caravaca de la Cruz (Murcia), Moyca, a table grape producer, has started a project on two hectares of one of its farms to grow Sweet Celebration grapes without traces of pesticides or fungicides. The initiative, which is already active and will culminate in August, aims to offer a healthier alternative. read more

South Africa has successfully obtained market access to export fresh table grapes to the Philippines after a decade of negotiations. Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen stated that this accomplishment is a major milestone for the country's agricultural industry, which will help to enhance its economic growth. read more

As the agriculture sector in South Africa emerges as a significant driver of economic growth once again, we are delighted to announce that South Africa has secured market access for exporting fresh table grapes from the Republic of South Africa to the Philippines, states the Ministry of Agriculture. read more

Moyca Grapes, a table grape producing company, has started a project on two hectares of one of its estates in Caravaca de la Cruz (Murcia) where it will cultivate the Sweet Celebration variety without any pesticide residues

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Peru exported 145.3 million kilograms of fresh grapes to the European continent in 2024, with a Free on Board (FOB) value of $417 million. Market analyst Eder Ros compiled a list of the top 20 European importers, with Fair Connection emerging as the clear leader. Source: Eder Rios. read more

The Karabudakhkent District of Dagestan, Russia, has reported its highest grape harvest in the last 25 years, gathering over 26,300 tons. This is an increase of 1,200 tons compared to 2023, with an average yield of 141 centners per hectare. Viticulture is the primary agricultural industry in the district. read more

Eating grapes could have beneficial effects on muscle health, particularly during aging. This is suggested by a study conducted at Western New England University (WNE), partially funded by the California Table Grape Commission. The research, as reported by fruitnet.com, found that read more

Table grape growers in the Hex River Valley region of South Africa, and beyond, are pleased that the weather cooperated well, allowing them to have a successful 2024/25 harvest season. Brothers Gabriël and Reynecke Viljoen, from De Vlei farm in the Hex River, expressed their satisfaction, stating "It is the first time in many read more

For about a century, VCR (Vivai Cooperativi Rauscedo) has been a world-leading company in the viticulture nursery sector, specializing in the production of grapevine cuttings for wine production with an annual output of around 100 million units. The company places a strong emphasis on innovation, especially in the field. read more

Logistical challenges and intense international competition create a difficult situation for Chilean table grape exporters in 2024/25. However, there is an expectation of a significant improvement in the market for late-season fruit, as reported by Portal Agro Chile. read more

The South African table grape industry has packed 94 percent of its crop estimate of 76.4 million cartons by the end of week 8 of the packing season. read more

Retailers extended a helping hand to shoppers at the checkout this week with discounts on popular produce items. Grapes were the most prominently advertised fruit, closely followed by strawberries and blackberries. Among the top vegetable choices were russet potatoes, asparagus, and mushrooms. read more

The grape market has shown a fluctuating trend in recent years. "Last year, we experienced spectacular prices, but currently production has been affected by rains. Brazilian production benefits from a flexible harvest due to the climate and unique geographical conditions of the Petrolina region." read more

W styczniu sytuacja importu winogron stołowych była dość trudna w Hiszpanii. Obecnie wolumeny i ceny są bardziej stabilne, po zakończeniu dostaw z Peru i RPA, a oczekuje się luki z powodu wczesnego zakończenia sezonu w Chile. "Wolumeny, które nie dotarły na czas" read more

Wonderful Citrus is celebrating 75 years as a full-service citrus company. The company offers over 10 varieties of citrus fruits, including mandarins, seedless lemons, lemons, navels, valencias, cara caras, grapefruit, limes, key limes, and minneolas. Additionally, it also has branded produce in its lineup. read more

A Carrefour premiere: Romanian grapes on the shelf for the first time in February

Carrefour Romania is introducing Romanian grapes to its store shelves in the country for the first time in February, as part of a storage pilot project with the producers from "Cooperativa Grădina noastra" in Huși. read more