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.
M&S launches ‘world exclusive’ Pink Blush grape
US-grown Pink Blush is described as a ‘sensory experience’ and follows the new mango grape launch earlier this month as M&S rolls out of wave of innovation in the category
Peruvian grapes on course to maintain export lead
As the 2025/26 season approaches, preliminary projections point to further growth in both volume and value
Sun World expands global table grape network
New additions in Egypt, Chile and Italy boost year-round access to premium grape varieties
Perfection Fresh exits Fruit Master operations
Strategic review sees Perfection Fresh cease table grape farming operations, shifting supply to third-party growers
El Ciruelo: Trump tariffs do not pose a significant risk for us
Maria Luiza Castro, manager of El Ciruelo Brazil, discusses the likely impact of Trump’s new tariff regime on the Brazilian table grape industry
Sun World showcases future of table grapes at 2025 July Field Day
Event brought global partners together for an exclusive look at what’s next for premium table grapes
Asia Fruit Logistica edition of Asiafruit out now
Bumper 30th anniversary issue includes exclusive industry panel breaking down Asia’s fresh produce market over the past three decades plus full preview of Asia Fruit Logistica and Asiafruit Knowledge Centre
South African growers yearn for soft landing as Trump tariffs bite
Exporters hope for the best but are already casting their eye at alternative markets
South Africa continues talks with US over new tariffs
South African government officials are continuing discussions with US counterparts to address new 30 per cent tariffs on fresh produce exports, though diplomatic tensions appear to be rising
Bloom Fresh wins plant variety rights case
Infringers were requried to destroy illegally acquried IFG Ten vines and pay “substantial compensation” to Bloom Fresh
Bloom Fresh ramps up global crackdown on IP infringement
Breeder launches its biggest-ever enforcement programme
US tariff deadline looms for South African exporters
Citrus exporters from South Africa are rushing to ship their final consignments before new 30 per cent US tariffs take effect, while industry bodies warn of significant long-term consequences for the country’s R2.4bn citrus export market
South African exporters left hanging on for another seven days
South African fresh produce exporters have been granted a seven-day extension to address impending 30 per cent US tariffs, though industry sources believe higher duties are now unavoidable
Biedronka pioneers sale of Polish-grown table grapes
The Polish retailer has begun selling domestically grown green and black table grapes in 660 stores, expanding its commitment to local sourcing
Moldova secures enhanced EU market access for fresh produce
Moldovan fresh produce exporters are set to benefit from increased EU market access following an update to the trade agreement between the two parties, with higher quotas for several key fruit categories and new duty-free access for tomatoes and garlic
Brazilian mango and grape exports to US at risk from tariff plan
Brazilian fruit association warns that exports of mangoes and grapes to the US are under serious threat from planned tariffs set to take effect in August
US tariffs force South African fruit exporters to rethink strategy
South African fruit exporters are preparing for significant market disruption as impending US tariffs force a strategic pivot toward alternative destinations in Europe, the Middle East and Asia
South African grape exporters alarmed by proposed US tariff
South African Table Grape Industry warns that proposed 30 per cent US tariff could undermine recent export growth and threaten livelihoods in the sector
Co-op debuts Mojito-flavoured grapes
New variety Mojito Fresh will be available in select stores from early next week
Brazil’s fruit exports surge 27 per cent in first half of 2025
Brazil has recorded significant growth in its fruit export sector for the first half of 2025, with volume up 27.2 per cent and value increasing by 12.6 per cent compared to the same period last year
Masters in sustainability and quality: lessons from Portugal
Beanstalk Global’s visits to a range of major Portuguese fresh produce companies highlighted the importance of exceptional taste, robust environmental practices, and collaboration across the supply chain
US tariff plan leaves Brazilian mango and grape producers reeling
With the country’s mango and grape harvests just days away, producers are scrambling for solutions after the US announced a 50 per cent import tariff starting August 1, potentially diverting fruit to other markets
T&G Global confirms sale process amid takeover interest
The New Zealand-based fresh produce exporter has engaged Craigs Investment Partners to assist with a potential sale after receiving numerous expressions of interest
Bayer expands pheromone gel distribution with M2i Group
Building on their successful European and African collaboration, Bayer has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with French pheromones specialist M2i Group to expand their biological crop protection solutions globally
California table grape season underway
Poor weather and declining acreage saw volumes dip in recent years, but investments in high yielding varieties have California’s volumes rising again
Tesco sees record fruit sales as UK heatwave continues
The UK’s largest food retailer expects to sell nearly 4mn punnets of strawberries and millions of other fruit items as temperatures soar again
Maersk opens strategic cold chain facility in Peru’s Olmos region
Logistics giant Maersk has strengthened its presence in Peru’s agricultural sector with a new 17,500 sq m packing and cold chain logistics centre in Olmos, designed to handle avocados, blueberries, and mangoes for global markets.
BayWa reports €1.6bn loss as it attempts to overcome ‘most serious crisis’
German conglomerate reveals impact of recent liquidity problems, but insists transformation plan will ensure long-term financial stability
Grapes boost muscle strength in postmenopausal women, study finds
Regular consumption of grapes can significantly improve muscle strength and potentially boost irisin levels in postmenopausal women, according to groundbreaking clinical research from the University of California, Davis
Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet names Andrea Montagna as co-CEO
Florida-based fresh produce supplier introduces new leadership structure as part of long-term succession plan and growth strategy.
Trump tariffs will hit South African fruit exports hard
South African fresh produce exporters are bracing for a major blow as the US imposes 30 per cent tariffs from 1 August, potentially derailing established trade programs and threatening rural employment
Egypt’s Pico plots premium push in multiple fruits
The Egyptian grower-exporter is optimistic concerning new premium grape varieties’ ability to extend the season, while blueberries and exotics continue to expand Pico’s portfolio
Israel green-lights imports of Peruvian grapes
Announcement caps off a record year for Peruvian table grape exports
Apo Conerpo bounces back with 13 per cent revenue growth
Italy’s Apo Conerpo has reported a significant recovery in 2024, with revenue up 13 per cent to €489mn and volumes increasing by 34 per cent following what it described as an ‘annus horribilis’ in 2023
Arra Cherry Crush continues to gain ground and open new markets
Volumes are building in Brazil, while 2025 marked the first commercial shipments from India
SanLucar boosts Ecuadorean production with Sun World deal
SanLucar signs exclusive production and export agreement with Sun World in Ecuador