Grape Reporter

Cornell, Sun World launch two new table grape varieties 

An "ultra-early ripening green seedless grape variety with a sweet Muscat flavor and firm crisp texture” and  a “midseason ripening red variety with large berries and a tropical aroma with overtones of mango” are two new grape varieties to hit the market.
March 23 , 2022

In the peak of its season, Chilean growers lack shipping alternatives

Table grape shipments are particularly affected in the height of the export season.
March 22 , 2022

Australian table grape growers expect higher returns for 2022 crop

China remains the prime destination and growers are optimistic for this season's results despite logistical challenges.
March 21 , 2022

Chile unveils new red seedless table grape variety 

Chilean growers will have a new early and mid-season red seedless table grape variety developed in the South American country.
March 20 , 2022

South Africa sees high levels of table grape exports

For much of the season until recently, exports from the country were running well behind the previous season, despite a much higher intake volume.
March 18 , 2022

Tissue and soil nutrient testing for cold climate grapes

There are 14 essential plant nutrients derived from the soil that are considered essential for the growth of all plants and this article explains the two major tools to determine the fertilizer needs of a vineyard.
March 16 , 2022

Peru extends back end of grape season with late varieties

Peru's grape exports in the first four days of March this year nearly matched the total exported in the whole of the month last year.
March 14 , 2022

Table grape industry reacts to announcement of SNFL-IFG merger

We spoke with several key industry members from around the world to hear what they make of the deal that would tie-up two table grape breeding powerhouses.
March 10 , 2022

State of the Grape Market - March 2022

Decofrut presents the State of the Market for table grapes during December, looking at supply, demand and pricing for three markets.
March 09 , 2022

SNFL announces deal to acquire IFG

AM FRESH Group, which will be the controlling shareholder of the combined entity, says the move will accelerate varietal breeding, development and commercialization
March 08 , 2022