Grapes

Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) has introduced SB 628, a bill aimed at creating a tax credit for agricultural employers to help offset the costs of providing overtime wages to farmworkers. The legislation is co-sponsored by the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) and the. read more

Producers of mangoes in Nashik district, India, are now venturing into European markets after successfully entering the American market last year. Alongside grapes, pomegranates, and onions, mango cultivation has become a significant part of the district's export production, leading more farmers to concentrate on producing export-quality mangoes. The Agricultural and… read more

Australasian company Te Mata Exports is closely collaborating with several Australian grape growers in the Sunraysia region, as the Australian grape harvest has commenced with promising prospects for the season. "We have encountered highly favorable growing conditions overall," said Sarah. read more

The first ever GrapeTech will take place at the Casino Monticello Events Centre in Santiago, Chile on 18 June, 2025. Organised by UvaNova and Yentzen Group, GrapeTech aims to be the most important technical event in Chile focused solely on table grape production. read more

As the season for grapes and stone fruits comes to an end, attention is now shifting towards apples, pears, and citrus fruits, as the most extensive program for conventional refrigerated transport from South Africa to Europe in years is set to depart from Cape Town Harbor. read more

Joanna Lumley, 78, recounted a comical incident at a supermarket where she jokingly grabbed two women by the neck and urged them to purchase cotton candy grapes instead of regular white grapes. Known for her affection for the sweeter variety, she was adamant that they give them a try. Later, she spotted the same women. read more

Ontario, Canada is welcoming new developments and expansion in its fruit tree nursery industry. "The province has seen replanting programs for peach trees and apples as well as grapevines and that's helped," says Megan Haynes, vice president of Upper Canada Growers, a family-owned and operated. read more

W dniu 3 stycznia peruwiańska Fátima Balmelli opublikowała wideo na TikToku pokazujące ogromne winogrona, prawie wielkości cytryny, które jej rodzina produkuje na ich farmie w Ica. Wideo stało się wiralem i wywołało lawinę wiadomości od osób zainteresowanych zakupem winogron. Fátima nie ma doświadczenia. read more

South American table grape growers had a successful 2024 season with prolonged high prices in the U.S. Consequently, Peru and Chile shifted their focus to the U.S. market for this season and reduced shipments to Asia and other international markets. However, this change in direction has unfortunately led to a shortage of South American table grapes in Asia and other global markets. read more

Germany is one of Europe's leading importers of fruits and vegetables. In 2023, Spain was its main supplier of lettuce, cucumber, citrus fruits, melons, watermelons, and stone fruits; the Netherlands was its main supplier of potatoes, tomatoes, carrots, grapes, bananas, and pineapples; and Italy was also a significant supplier. read more

Imported grapes and stone fruits continue to be the most desired fruits in the market. On the left are Indian green grapes and on the right are New Zealand apples. Indian green grapes have made their way to the market, but traders are saying that the supply is still limited and their arrival was delayed compared to previous years. read more

As winter continues, retailers made an effort this week to remind shoppers of the warmer, sunnier weather that lies ahead. Specials on brightly colored fruits such as strawberries, nectarines, blueberries, tangerines, dekopons, oranges, kiwis, and white, red, and black grapes were plentiful. Fresh salads were also promoted. read more

In the past ten years, South Africa has increased the quantity of grapes it exports to its key traditional markets, the United Kingdom and the EU. This occurred in line with the overall growth in the volume of exported grapes. read more

A review of recent progress has confirmed that South Africa's table grape exporters and growers are still concentrating on established markets while also looking into possibilities for diversification. read more

A nowe badanie przeprowadzone przez Western New England University (WNE) odkryło istotny związek między długoterminowym spożyciem winogron a poprawą zdrowia mięśni. Badania, niedawno opublikowane w czasopiśmie Foods, sugerują, że regularne spożywanie winogron może pozytywnie wpływać na ekspresję genów mięśniowych, poprzez... read more

Prim'rose is a part of the Delassus Group, a family-owned business with over 75 years of expertise. They specialize in citrus (2,000 hectares, 50,000 tons), cherry tomatoes (650 hectares, 80,000 tons), grapes (160 hectares, 2,200 tons), avocados (500 tons), and flowers (50 hectares, 60 million stems). Located just 60 read more

In the first twelve months, thousands of people were reached by the project which aims to highlight the taste, quality, and nutritional benefits of strawberries, kiwis, clementines, mandarins, nectarines, cherries, and grapes. Enjoy Dolce Frutta is targeted towards... read more

"Fruit Logistica falls right in the middle of our grape season, but when I was there this year, I once again realized the value of sitting across from your peers and the wealth of information that can be shared. Especially with the grape season ending earlier, it was good to have those opportunities." read more

Valentine's Day promotions dazzled shoppers with vibrant displays of sweet and savory treats and stunning arrays of floral arrangements. Valentine's classics such as raspberries, cherries, strawberries, asparagus, and grapes were plentiful. Several flyers featured dedicated sections for romantic meals. read more

Prim'rose is a part of the Delassus Group, a family-owned business with over 75 years of expertise. They specialize in citrus (2,000 ha, 50,000 tons), cherry tomatoes (650 ha, 80,000 tons), grapes (160 ha, 2,200 tons), avocados (500 tons), and flowers (50 ha, 60 million stems). The company is located just 60 read more