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.
Final days to register for Fresh Produce India
Join industry leaders from all parts of the value chain at India’s premier fresh produce event in Mumbai on 16-17 April
Capespan names new CEO as Charl du Bois steps down
Company also announces departure of chief financial officer and appointment of new chief operating officer as new executive team takes charge
Home-bred varieties lead Korea’s export push
New grapes, strawberries and pears are headlining export development efforts
Egypt shows promise as regional hub
Egypt’s strategic location has seen the country become an important link for fresh produce between the Mediterranean and the crisis-hit Gulf
Full programme announced for Fresh Produce India
Big names from across the value chain set to speak at India’s premier fresh produce event
New table grape market breakthrough hailed by South African government
Agriculture minister says arrival of first South African grapes in the Philippines opens up a whole new trade corridor
Japan and Australia strengthen horticulture ties through new knowledge exchange
Hort Innovation initiative launched in early March with Shared Table Gala Dinner with industry, government and research representatives from both countries
Enhancing fruit knowledge from the inside out
A collaboration between AgroFresh Solutions – a global leader in post-harvest quality solutions – and Aerobotics, a leader in orchard and packhouse analytics, is delivering a powerful orchard-to-sales tool for Australian and New Zealand apple, citrus and table grape growers.
First South African table grapes arrive in Philippines
The country’s table grape industry has confirmed that South Africa has added another export market in south-east Asia to its portfolio
Orsero Group affirms resilience amid inflation and volatility
Italian fresh produce multinational reassures shareholders of ability to withstand significant challenges as Middle East conflict continues
Del Monte deal offers Italian company chance to expand
For the boss of Spreafico, one of Italy’s leading importer-exporters, its new brand partnership means plenty of fresh opportunity
Asiafruit Fresh Produce India edition out now
Special event issue unpacks key outcomes of India’s new trade agreements, Fresh Focus South African Table Grapes details industry’s push into Asia, plus features on apples and pears, citrus and avocados
Peru heading for new table grape record as season winds down
As of week 11, shipments stood at 84.6mn cartons compared to 82.5mn cartons for the whole of the 2024/25 campaign
Is the UK grape market heading from feast to famine?
Analysis from UK fruit importer Richard Hochfeld predicts a switch from a demand-driven to a supply-driven market in the UK around week 16
South Africa grapples with Middle East impact
Shipping surcharges soar as exporters struggle to redirect fruit with specifications tailored specifically for Middle Eastern consumers
Analysis: China’s fruit trade sees strong growth in 2025
Fruit imports and exports were both up sharply in 2025, according to latest customs data
South Africa announces rail and logistics reform plans
The South African government has announced sweeping transport reforms – but will they make a difference?
CFFA honours Sun World’s David Marguleas with Lifetime Achievement Award
Marguleas recognised for his ongoing service to the California fresh fruit industry at CFFA’s 90th annual meeting
Iran conflict continues to disrupt South African fruit shipments
Around 90 per cent of country’s fruit exports to Middle East by sea have been blocked by the crisis, forcing suppliers to divert cargo
Bloom Fresh escalates enforcement in Peru
Breeder initiates new legal actions against illegal grape plantings and ramps up monitoring efforts
Strong sales growth puts Orsero Group on track to expand
Higher volumes across berries, kiwifruit, citrus and fresh-cut products helped company achieve 8.2 per cent increase in net sales to €1.7bn
Indian fresh produce trade braces for oversupply
While India’s export shipments have been held up by the Middle East conflict, the import trade also faces growing disruption
South African fruit stranded as Middle East problems mount
South African fruit exporters are grappling with mounting losses as vessels carrying stonefruit and table grapes remain stranded in the Gulf
Chilean trial seeks to grow grapes with half the amount of water
First crop picked has been sent for post-harvest testing to assess fruit quality
Middle East conflict threatens South African fruit exports
South African fresh produce exporters are grappling with uncertainty as conflict in the Middle East threatens a crucial market
Speakers announced for Fresh Produce India
Top local and international players to discuss rapid market evolution at India’s premier business event in Mumbai
Gulf conflict threatens major disruption to fruit trade
As shipping lines suspend operations, leading importer says conflict creates ‘big problem’ for international fresh produce suppliers
Indian exports hit by Middle East conflict
Leading shippers report severe disruption to fresh produce exports as air and seafreight services suspended
Bloom Fresh grape varieties reach commercial scale in India
Field day in Nashik highlights progress of breeder’s varieties, and the potential to further develop Indian table grape exports
AgroBelgrade 2026 connects Europe in Serbia
AgroBelgrade 2026 took place in the Serbian capital in January, bringing together over 500 exhibitors from more than 15 countries, and facilitating connections between regional suppliers and European buyers
Fruit delays, AI fears and why mascots should take to the streets
In the latest episode of the FPJ Podcast, Nina Pullman and Carl Collen digest the gossip and goings on at this year’s Fruit Logistica.
Grape breeders in rights enforcement push in Peru
The Breeders’ Alliance engaged with Peruvian authorities to strengthen enforcement of plant breeders’ rights in the country
US tree fruit group hails Indonesia trade deal
Northwest Horticultural Council says elimination of tariffs and import licensing on US tree fruits will help double exports to Indonesia
Australia’s horticulture industry reaches highest production value on record
Total output across fruit, vegetables, nuts and nursery grew 6 per cent in value in 2024/25 reaching A$18.4bn
Fruitnet Grape Congress brings global experts to LUV Fiera
Fruitnet’s conference and networking event takes place in Bari, as part of a trade fair dedicated to the international table grape category
Chile aims for greater uniformity in table grapes
Table Grape Committee standardises sizes to ensure better consistency for exports