08/01/2017
Indian Grapes - It's Growth & Global Supply
Grape is basically a sub- tropical crop. However, in India, grapes are cultivated for their excellence also under tropical conditions. In India, Grapes are cultivated in an area of 111.4 thousand ha with a total production 1,234.9 thousand tons and productivity of 11.1 tons/ha. Because of special training systems provided for grape cultivation in India, productivity is highest among the grape growing countries of the world.
The grape export from India started in the year 1991 with the initiation of economic liberalization.
The importers of Indian grapes are UK, Netherlands, Germany, USA, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Quatar, Oman, Bahrain, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Mauritius, Singapore and Hongkong.
Variety -Thompson seedless, Flame seedless & Black (Sharad) Seedless:
Variety:
1. White Seedless β Thompson
2. Black Seedless β Sharad
3. Red Seedless β Flame
Indian grapes are available in Varieties as Thompson seedless, Flame seedless & Black (Sharad) Seedless. The availability of grapes in India is from January to April, with some early colored varieties also available in December.
Significant Growth to EU:
Last year, India exported about 84,000 tonnes of grape to Europe. But this year, this number is expected to grow 5-7%. The exports have picked up considerably after 2014, when Indian traders exported 1.92 lakh tonnes of grapes to around 94 countries, of which Europe and the UK accounted for 65,000 tonnes.
Indian growers mainly produce the Thompson seedless variety, which is the most popular white grape in Europe. India adhere to strict quality standards that European countries have for their imported fruit.
Window in market:
That Indian fruit is now on par with premium fruit from other countries it offers Indian grape exporters a window in March and April during which they have the majority of the European market to themselves. This is the time of year when South African shipments decrease and Chilean shipments are yet to arrive on the Continent, and with South Africa pulling out early this year, this year's window of opportunity could be especially good.
Global Trusted Supply:
Indian grapes could stand firm in the Global market due to good quality and affordable price.
Grapes - Super Food- Health benefits of grapes:
Grapes have some special components that make them even more essential to our health, giving them "super food" status.
What are the Health Benefits of Grapes?
Grapes are loaded with nutrients and contain antioxidants. Here are seven great reasons to snack on grapes or add them to your meals:
1. Health-Protecting Antioxidants
2. Heart Disease
3. Weight Loss
4. Eye Health
5. High Blood Pressure
6. Blood Sugar and Diabetes
7. Colon Health.