Grapes

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

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