Grapes

This objective takes into account the fact that a new market has been tapped, such as Ecuador, which is already being supplied by production from northern Peru, and that there are other markets like Asia, especially Japan, which opened in 2023, where a learning process has taken place. read more

With this agreement, which extends the partnership until 2045, the existing lease structure will be converted into a cooperative model that promises increased investments in modernized agriculture, job creation, and infrastructure. read more

According to projections, China's production of apples, pears, and table grapes is expected to moderately increase to 48 million metric tons (MMT), 20.2 MMT, and 14.2 MMT, respectively, in marketing year 2024/25. It is anticipated that with the rise in domestic production, imports of table grapes will continue to decrease. On the other hand, there may be a rebound in apple imports due to increased diversity. read more

How is the war against parasites, pathogens, and vine diseases fought in 2024? Does chemistry and science still play an important role in this battle in an age where organic and natural approaches are becoming more popular? There is no doubt that the public, following the trend of. read more

Grape production in Peru is projected to reach 790,000 metric tons (MT) in the marketing year (MY) 2024/2025, showing a two percent increase compared to the previous year. This expected growth is attributed to better climatic conditions in the northern coastal regions, which account for 48 percent of the total production. read more

Those who have specific quantities of grapes, both seedless and traditional, should take note that bunches have recently reached up to 10 euro/kg on the shelves of some Italian supermarkets. Supplies are still limited, which could impact the availability of grapes leading up to the upcoming Christmas holidays. In Apulia, read more

Japońscy konsumenci obserwują coraz większą obecność odmiany winogron Shine Muscat na półkach z produkcją, co stanowi wyzwanie dla od dawna dominującego winogron Kyoho. Shine Muscat, odmiana bezpestkowa z jadalną skórką, zyskuje na popularności i wkrótce ma przewyższyć Kyoho pod względem powierzchni upraw. read more

Growers in South Africa's northern regions, mainly in the provinces of Mpumalanga and Limpopo, have begun the new table grape season with signs indicating that the country may experience a slight increase in volume compared to last year's crop. read more

Growers in South Africa's northern regions, mainly located in the provinces of Mpumalanga and Limpopo, have begun the new table grape season, with signs pointing to a slight increase in volume compared to last year's crop. read more

Growers in the northern regions of South Africa, mainly in the provinces of Mpumalanga and Limpopo, have begun the new table grape season with signs pointing to a slight increase in volume compared to last year's crop. read more

The Ecuadorian government has approved the importation of Argentine lemons, as well as oranges, mandarins, grapefruit, and bone-in beef. read more

In November, Greek cooling chambers are empty of grapes, according to Mr. Stavros Mastorakos, the owner of the Greek trading company Mastorakos Korinthian Fruits based in Korinthos. The company sources grapes from all over Greece. The last grapes sold were from the prefecture of Kavala. read more

Civil unrest and harsh police crackdown in Mozambique are preventing the loading of South African coal, chrome, and magnetite onto vessels at the Matola Cargo terminal in the port of Maputo. Fortunately for the South African fresh produce industry, there is no fruit available at this time of year. read more

During a board meeting on October 28, 2024, Alwyn Dippenaar from the Orange River Region was elected as the new chair of the South African Table Grape Industry (SATI). Dippenaar has been a board member since 2014, most recently serving as vice chair. He is replacing Anton Viljoen Jnr. who is. read more

Projections indicate that the production of apples, pears, and table grapes is expected to increase in marketing year (MY) 2024/25 compared to MY 2023/24. This improvement is attributed to the cold and wet winter of 2024, as well as the introduction of new trees into production. Despite ongoing equipment shortages, it is anticipated that deciduous fruit exports will rise due to the enhanced quality of the fruit. read more

Civil unrest and brutal police oppression in Mozambique are preventing the loading of South African coal, chrome, and magnetite onto vessels at the Matola Cargo terminal in the port of Maputo. Fortunately for the South African fresh produce industry, there is currently no fruit available during this time of year. read more

The Kirsten family, who are grape growers in Paarl, located in the Western Cape of South Africa, are expanding their marketing strategy by adding blueberries to their product line. They are also exploring other niche products to enhance their offerings. read more

The grocery retail sector continues to withdraw from the grape business. In the 45th week, there are only eight promotions running. In the promotional offers, grapes are priced between 4.99 euros/kg and 5.99 euros/kg. In previous years, there was much more advertising with grapes and also the read more