Grapes
All the news and market analysis for worldwide table grape Industry, including table grape growers, table grape production, and the import and export of table grapes.
New varieties dominate Chilean table grape offering
Non-traditional varieties are forecast to make up more than 60 per cent of the industry’s total exports this season
Bloom Fresh names Fiachra Moloney as CMO
Bloom Fresh has announced the appointment of Fiachra Moloney as chief marketing officer. The company said Moloney brings with him a wealth of experience in brand building and category value creation, having worked with renowned brands such as PG Tips, Lipton, Gillette, Dove, and Pringles during his tenure at Procter ...
Sun World acts against fraudulent activity on TikTok
Sun World removes unauthorised content claiming association with the licensing company
Frutas de Chile in final push for improved table grape access to US
Systems Approach has been approved and is awaiting its publication in the US Federal Register
How can fruit growers conserve water? Just ask the trees
British apple supplier Adrian Scripps joins trial to evaluate special ‘listening’ technology, which could interpret stress signals in plants and help growers produce more sustainably
Increase in South African table grape exports
The country’s grape industry had a good season despite ongoing logistical challenges
Red Sea crisis disrupts Indian grape campaign
As the export season draws to a close, Azhar Tambuwala of leading grower-shipper Sahyadri Farms reflects on a challenging campaign marred by longer transit times to Europe
Sati announces departure of CEO AJ Griesel
Griesel resigns after a fairly short stint at SATI to join company providing holistic agricultural solutions to the South African industry
Asiafruit’s New Zealand edition out now
New Zealand issue covers the apple and kiwifruit rebound following a tough few years, plus Fresh Focus South African Apples & Pears 2024 inside
Oppy doubles Mexican grape volume
Group has said it is redesigning its supply chain and expanding its reach into Asian markets
Egypt sends 30 exhibitors to Macfrut
The Italian fresh produce exhibition is set to host a special Egyptian pavilion, organised by Expolink, the Egyptian Exporters Association
South Africa kicks off grape promotions in China
Promotions will run for several weeks in Joy Wing Mau and Yonghui Superstores
Fruit Logistica: Breeding a healthier and tastier future
The opening Future Lab session in Berlin saw Josep Estiarte of Bloom Fresh talk about sustainability, health and taste in the breeding process
RejoicePro targets next level for Egypt
Mina Eissa, formerly of Egyptian exporter Ghabbour Farms, founded RejoicePro Consulting in 2018 with the aim of helping growers in Egypt to export their fresh produce
Bloom Fresh holds first open day in India
Hosted by Sahyadri Farms, the event was an opportunity to present its table grape varietals to Indian growers
Awdi Gardens eager to show off quality of Lebanese produce
Having experienced rapid growth in its grape exports to markets across the globe, Lebanese producer Awdi Gardens sees potential for Lebanese cherries, plums and kiwifruit
Sun World successfully enforces IP infringements in Italy
Courts have ruled in favour of the fruit licensing company in four separate legal cases related to its table grape varieties
Analysis: Could US east coast imports change forever?
As more and more Moroccan citrus and Chilean table grapes arrive in containers rather than reefer ships, there are major consequences for logistics and terminal operators along the Delaware River
Chilean grape exports set to grow slightly this season
Volumes to US will ramp up from mid-March, making this a good time for retail promotions, says Grape Committee
Provid reflects on ‘table grape campaign to forget’
El Niño stopped Peru’s export growth in its tracks in 2023/24, but it wasn’t all bad news
EU to ban plastic packaging for fruit and veg
Fresh produce industry expected to mount ‘legal challenge’ against PPWR, which singles out plastic packaging for fresh fruit and vegetables but leaves other food categories unaffected
Concerns remain high over impact of EU’s proposed plastic ban
As MEPs and EU member states consider outlawing plastic packaging for fruit and veg, industry leaders fear such a move could do enormous damage, as is already predicted in Canada
Egypt’s new DNA lab set to be ready for new grape season
Following multiple efforts to prevent infringement of plant breeders’ rights in Egypt, the country is now introducing grape DNA fingerprinting in time for the new campaign
Vanguard puts water conservation label on Latin American grapes
Water For All, a project run by Continental Fresh, offers customers chance to demonstrate corporate responsibility when it comes to preserving natural resources
South African port operator appoints new CEO
Michelle Phillips has been handed the top job at Transnet, the struggling logistics operator responsible for a string of delays and disruption in the country’s ports
Grape growers gather for Sun World Autumncrisp Symposium
Growers and marketers come together following launch of global Autumncrisp campaign
Fruitnet Grape Congress comes to Bari
Discuss new market and consumption trends and network with leading industry experts in a convivial rural setting
Bloom Fresh appoints Josep Estiarte as interim CEO
Move follows departure of Kenneth Avery after six months in the post
Earlier end forecast for South Africa’s table grape harvest
The country’s table grape industry predicts that its season will end even earlier than last year
California Table Grape industry focuses on competitiveness
CTGC incoming president Ian LeMay has provided recommendations focused on enhancing competitiveness in the US marketplace and overseas
Indonesia trade resumes after import permits issued
Government issues first horticulture import permits for 2024 after lengthy delay
Oppy and Sun Grape USA form strategic joint venture
Sun Grape California LLC – An Oppy Company will look to consolidate and secure a consistent supply of high-quality grapes
South Africa’s compliance effort targets sensible, sustainable steps
The South African fruit industry says its answer to the proliferation of social and environmental certification schemes is rooted in realism and pragmatism
Bloom Fresh to license proprietary varieties in China
Breeder to support licensees and act against nurseries and growers who illegitimately use proprietary varieties and trademarks
Ruby Rush shines in Southern Africa trials
Sugrafiftythree, a new early red seedless grape variety to be branded as Ruby Rush, seems to offer new commercial opportunities for growers
Report shows Australian horticulture’s mixed fortunes
Australian Horticulture Statistics Handbook shows significant increases for fruit and vegetables offset losses for nuts