India Table Grape Market Forecasts from 2023 to 2028

The India table Grape market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.60% over the forecast period, increasing from US$5.973 billion in 2021 to reach a total market size of US$9.343 billion by 2028.

Grapes produced specifically for fresh consumption are called table grapes. Compared to other grape varietals produced for making wine, juice, or for drying into raisins or sultanas. Table grapes that are produced in India are mostly grown for export, with the Netherlands, Bangladesh, United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and Russia being the top countries for export.

Increasing Adoption of Technology

The table grape business in India has seen major changes in recent years due to the increased adoption of cutting-edge farming techniques and new technologies like drip irrigation. According to the Indian Government Nasik district in Maharashtra is very famous for the production of table grapes in India for the last 25 years. The grape growers in Nasik district have been adopting new techniques and world-quality standard grapes are produced there, majority of the grape growers have obtained Global GAP certificates for the cultivation of grapes and following practices of cultivation as mentioned in Global GAP.

Increasing Production of Table Grapes

The increasing exports for table grapes are increasing the demand for table grapes across India, which in turn is increasing the market for table grapes in the projected period. The soil of places such as Nasik, also known as the ‘grape capital of India’ and Karnataka is considered to be ideal for the production of table grapes, and the majority of these grapes are produced and exported to various countries. According to the Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), grapes is one of the major fruit that occupies 161.91 thousand hectares, or 2.30% of the total area used for producing fruits in 2021–22 (third advance estimate). Additionally, the nation exports a lot of fresh grapes to other countries. During the 2022–2023 fiscal year, India exported 267, 950.39 MT of grapes to the world for a total of Rs. 2, 543.42 crores/313.70 USD million.

Institutional Schemes Bolstering the Expansion

Grape growers in Maharashtra are adopting improved production practices, such as drip irrigation and the use of high-quality planting materials. This has led to increased yields and improved quality of grapes.

The growth is further bolstered by the government of Maharashtra providing support to the grape industry through schemes such as the Grape Cluster Development Programme. This scheme was launched in 2021 and provides financial assistance for infrastructure development, training, and marketing.

Maharastra is expected to hold the majority of the market

Maharashtra's semi-arid climate, with suitable sunlight, heat, and moisture, fosters ideal conditions for grape cultivation. With 750 mm average annual rainfall, well-drained, loamy soil, and pH 6.5 to 7.5, the state's environment supports grape growth. Abundant water from rivers and dams aids irrigation, crucial for water-intensive grape farming. Furthermore, the demand for table grapes is increasing due to their nutritional value, taste, and versatility. Grapes are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and they can be eaten fresh, dried, or used in a variety of dishes. Over the past four years, the grape cultivation area in Maharashtra has exhibited consistent growth, increasing from 1, 05, 500 hectares in 2018-19 to 1, 10, 000 hectares in 2021-22. This expansion in the cultivation area likely signifies a parallel growth in the table grape market, reflecting rising demand and market opportunities. The successive yearly increments suggest a positive trend that aligns with the thriving grape industry in Maharashtra, potentially indicating increased production and consumption of table grapes.

Key Market Developments

• In March 2022, AM Fresh Group acquired International Fruit Genetics (IFG) & later merged it with the SNFL group. The acquisition will benefit the company to serve its end users' needs in a better manner with innovative products such as sustainable, flavourful & healthier table grapes among others

Segmentation:

By Variety

• Seeded
• Red Globe
• Kyoho
• Others
• Seedless
• Thompsom Seedless
• Others

By Distribution Channel

• Offline
• Online

By State

• Maharashtra
• Karnataka
• Tamil Nadu
• Others