“Export volumes for Indian grapes will be 15 to 20 per cent lower”

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Despite good weather conditions for the cultivation of grapes in India, this year the export volumes will be lower by a fair bit, says Amit Chopde, CEO of Indian fresh produce exporter Chopde Farms and Exports: “The grape season in India is going smoothly this year, mainly because the weather has been very favorable, with no rains during the harvest period. This season is shorter, and the export volumes will be 15 to 20 per cent lower compared to last season. Purchase prices are at an historic high, due to the lower yield and strong demand from the domestic market. As a result, Indian grape prices are also high when exported, and we anticipate they will increase further for the late harvest part of the season.”

Looking at the grapes themselves, Chopde is very satisfied with the quality of this year’s harvest. “The grape quality is very good this year, with strong fruit and excellent overall quality. However, there is a shortage of grapes in the early and late stages of the harvest. There’s been a significant increase in colored varieties from India, especially Crimson.”

The logistical situation remains unchanged, although transport is smoother than it was when the Suez Canal issues started: “The Suez Canal route has not opened yet, and vessels are still rerouting via Africa, increasing the transit time by two weeks. However, this year’s shipping schedule is more stable than it was last year. Europe shows good demand for Indian grapes this time as well. Currently, Indian grapes are fetching good prices in the European, Russian, and Middle Eastern markets, thanks to this high demand. We foresee a stronger market in Europe and the UK this season,” Chopde concludes.

For more information:
Amit Chopde
Chopde Farms and Exports
Tel: +91 98 230 86 907
Email: [email protected]

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