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.
MSC switches India-Africa service from Coega to Cape Town
Move expected to benefit exporters in South African’s Western Cape region that want to sell more in the Gulf and Indian subcontinent
Improvements at Cape Town Container Terminal
Sati confirms reports of improvements in productivity at Cape Town Container Terminal, aided by fewer windbound hours
Grape exporters should take note of new trends
Changes to production in China, India and the US could affect world markets
Namibia ends “one of its best” table grape seasons
While the crop was slightly down on the forecast, Namibia’s table grape season has finished on a high
California Table Grape Commission adds new marketing directors
Alexandra Merritt to become director of global marketing and Lisa Massie to take on director of international marketing for Asia
Strong start for Systems Approach in Chile
Exporters say new protocol has significantly improved the quality of table grape shipments to the US, Brazil and Mexico
Fresh Produce Vietnam: agenda announced
Fruitnet’s brand-new event in Ho Chi Minh City explores every aspect of the booming Vietnam market
Sun World names Bernardo Calvo CEO
Outgoing CEO David Marguleas moves to executive chair
Egypt’s Pico widens range as global presence grows
As Pico Modern Agriculture expands with new products, new varieties and new markets, its continued focus on premium quality, timely deliveries and innovation ensures the Egyptian company’s standing as a trusted supplier
Innovation vital for grapes during uncertain times
Present challenges demand innovation, according to Rafi Karniel, CEO and chairman of Grapa Varieties, whose grapes aim for both excellent taste and high resilience to extreme weather
First new-season grape shipment leaves Port of Caldera Port
Chilean port expects to handle 42,000 pallets of fruit in 2024/25
IPD showcases developing countries in Berlin
The Import Promotion Desk will offer a platform to more than 40 companies from nine countries at Fruit Logistica
Coming soon: Fresh Focus South Africa 2025
Fruitnet’s special annual publication brings the best of South Africa’s fresh produce export business to the attention of buyers worldwide
Slower than expected start to South African table grape season
Fewer grapes packed but shipments still up compared with the same period last year
Lunar New Year edition of Asiafruit out now
Lunar New Year coverage, a special feature on Australia and a keynote interview with Guangzhou Jiangnan market chairman, Ye Canjiang in celebration of the wholesaler’s 30th anniversary headline this issue
CTGC’s Susan Day to retire
Day led both international promotion and market access work at the Commission for many years
WA Farm Direct and Sun World strengthen table grape relationship in Australia
License expansion allows WA Farm Direct to extend its operations to include table grape production in the eastern states of Australia.
Sun World’s Global Partner Network keeps on growing
More new marketers and importers join licensee community in the past year
Termotécnica presents packaging solution to support Brazil’s grape exports to China
Light weight DaColheita solution reduces freight costs and CO₂ emissions
Subsole’s table grape campaign off to strong start
Company reports brisk movement in US market and high prices in Europe
Fruit exports up and running at Port of Chancay
Key products shipped through the port were blueberries, grapes, avocados and mangoes
CTGC hires director of community service and health programmes
Newly created role will oversee implementation and management of community outreach efforts
Giacovelli embraces innovation and sustainability
Growing European demand for local grapes is good news for Italian supplier Giacovelli, but climate change continues to transform the way the country’s growers must produce
Sanlucar Fruit to invest in fruit production in Zaragoza
Blueberries, kiwifruit and grapes among the crops earmarked for production
New red Arra varieties have Namibia talking
Grapa says recent field days in the country highlighted the promise of new red Arra varieties
BayWa plans to sell T&G, suggests Reuters report
Agency cites company presentation that apparently predicted sale after 2025
Bloom Fresh announces licensees in China
Announcement comes amid continued commitment to pursue license infringement across the nation
South Africa bullish over North American grape prospects
Canada is now the country’s third-largest grape market, with sales in the US also growing
Bloom Fresh appoints new innovation and quality director
Newly created role showcases Bloom Fresh’s commitment to growing category value with creative development strategies and strict quality standards
Agenda announced for Fresh Produce India 2025
Quick-commerce revolution, India’s rise as a producer of new fruits, and game-changing technologies among key topics in focus at premier industry event
Landmark international programme set to boost Australian Grapes brand
Five-year marketing programme takes a multi-pronged approach to grow the Australian table grape profile with direct involvement from producers and exporters
California Table Grape Commission honours life and legacy of Karen Hearn
Hearn dedicated nearly 26 years of service to the California table grape industry
Bella Fruitiva sees breadfruit potential in Europe
European demand for breadfruit has been so strong that Mauritian exporter Bella Fruitiva has decided to start its own production, according to managing director Vickram Meghu
CMA CGM to link Central America ports with Asia
New West Coast service out of Mexico set to offer region’s exporters closer connection to services across Pacific
Greater shipping opportunities for South Africa
Ambitious conventional reefer shipping programme brings a new dimension for the country’s fruit exporters
Capespan welcomes new port setup as new-season grapes set sail
Company says strategy of using Port of Walvis Bay for shipments from Namibia and Orange River could be extended to other fruit exports