The grape industry in India is counting on new varieties to withstand future seasons.

2026-05-21 00:00

Anyone following the grape sector in India during the 2025-26 season was aware that it was a challenging year for farmers and exporters. Prolonged heavy rains towards the end of 2025 in key growing regions like Nashik's Satara and Dindori belts led to a 45-55% reduction in yields. While the impact was most severe on traditional grape varieties, newer patented species also faced difficulties.

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