Grapes

Podczas konferencji "Table grapes, changes and synergies", która odbyła się 7 kwietnia w Canicattì we Włoszech, panowała atmosfera entuzjazmu i optymizmu. Paneliści omawiali główne kwestie stojące przed sektorem, takie jak konieczność produkcji wysokiej jakości winogron, innowacje odmianowe, tworzenie sieci kontaktów oraz wartość. read more

Oppy has revealed that it is to double its Mexican grape volume for the 2024 season, marking a ”significant milestone” in its commitment to expanding its 365 programme. read more

With the start of citrus exports from South Africa this month, dominated by shipments of lemons, grapefruit and early soft citrus fruits, the industry is preparing for a further increase in volumes. read more

As citrus exports from South Africa kick-off in earnest this month, with shipments of lemons, grapefruit and early soft citrus dominating, the industry is preparing for yet another rise in volumes. read more

The Easter weekend is typically when wholesalers experience a rush. This year, however, seems to be a bit of a let down, according to Ellen Sebrechts of Sebrechts Groenten en Fruit. "It's quieter than other years. I think it's because Easter was right at the start of the [Belgian] Easter
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A recent viral video caused concern by showing grapes soaked in pesticides and chemicals, allegedly causing health issues like sore throat, cough, and fever among consumers. However, experienced grape and raisin farmer Anant Kabade clarified the video is misleading. The chemicals used, aimed at
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South Africa has launched its table grape promotional campaign for the current season as the first volumes hit supermarket shelves in China this week. SATI confirmed that the first arrivals of varieties including Sweet Globe, Autumn Crisp and Crimson Seedless in specially branded packs are now
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Plant biologists at University of California, Davis have identified a promising new fungicide to fight devastating crop diseases. They found that the chemical, ebselen, prevented fungal infections in apples, grapes, strawberries, tomatoes and roses, and improved symptoms of pre-existing fungal
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The breeding programmes of the University of Cataniawill be in the spotlight at the Macfrut Table Grape Symposium, the World Symposium on Table Grapes, coordinated by Bruno Mezzetti of the Università Politecnica delle Marche, scheduled on 8 May at the Rimini Exhibition Centre. Grapes for
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The next edition of Macfrut will see the participation of twenty-two Spanish wholesalers from the Madrid and Barcelona markets. And although Spain has been exporting fruit and vegetables to Italy for several decades, it is also true that there is a demand for certain products at certain times of
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Improving productivity and quality of table grapes by treating them with irrigation enriched with oxygen nanobubbles. Research reveals the benefits. The test at the Sicilian Baglieri farm Use of Molear technology in greenhouses read more

Production conditions in Egypt, both agronomic and financial, have complicated the development phase of table grapes, announcing an eventful season, says Hesham Tantawi, nutrition expert and head of technical support and development at Green IAP. Hesham explains: " We had optimal temperatures
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In Australia, an Alice Springs grape producer, Rocky Hill Table Grapes, has ceased operations, attributing the closure to the stringent standards and accreditation demands of the nation's leading supermarkets. Founded in 2002 in Undoolya, the business provided green seedless grapes across
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The peak of grape supply from Chile is starting with 38 million boxes expected to be exported worldwide until week 12 which is 27 percent less than last season. (Peak supply is expected from now until week 13.) "We are continuing in a season with more demand than offer," says Pascuala Vergara
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Robinson Fresh is expanding its grape sourcing efforts to include regions in Chile, Brazil, Peru, South Africa, and Mexico, according to Andy Kampa, general manager. The company has observed an "extreme shortage" early in the season due to a delayed start in Mexico in 2023. Conversely, an early
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Peru has consolidated its position as a outstanding world supplier of grapes in recent years. Its geography

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The Association of Grape Producers and Exporters of the Republic of Moldova (APESM) reports that during the initial two months of 2024, Moldova has exported an impressive 16.5 thousand tons of table grapes to international markets, spanning 21 countries. This volume is particularly noteworthy
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"The table grape export season for Moldova has come to a close with a record-breaking year. The country managed to export over 84,000 tons of grapes from the 2023 harvest, a significant increase compared to the 57,000 tons exported in the previous season. This impressive result can be attributed
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For decades, Mexicans crossed the border to pick Americans' lettuce, grapes, and strawberries. Mexico had a seemingly inexhaustible supply of farmhands — tough, hard-working men who did the jobs most Americans didn't want.But the country is running short of farm workers.The workforce is
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A recent study has highlighted the impact of the climate crisis on viticulture in Turkey, predicting that the expected rise in temperatures and reduced rainfall could shift the suitability of vineyard regions for grape production over the next three decades. Grapes, sensitive to climate
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