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Grapes exports post 100% rise
India
Thursday 10 May 2007
Grapes exporters in Andhra Pradesh have exported over 100% this season, which ended first week of this month, when compared to the corresponding period last year. The popular Thomson Seedless grapes accounted for more than 80% of the exports, followed by other varieties like Sharath Seedless and the Australian 'Flame Seedless'. More than 50% of the containers headed for the UK, while nearly 30% went to other European countries and the remaining to the Far-East Asia and the Gulf countries.
Due to increased demand for AP grapes in the United Kingdom and other countries of European Union (EU), about 40 containers of grapes, mostly Thomson and Sharath seedless varieties, have been exported so far. Another 20 to 25 containers 15 metric tons will be exported before the end of the season in the state. Conversely, only 33 containers were exported during last season. It's not just the quantity but even in terms of earnings, the ongoing season is proving to be very sweet for growers and exporters.
Due to increased demand for AP grapes in the United Kingdom and other countries of European Union (EU), about 40 containers of grapes, mostly Thomson and Sharath seedless varieties, have been exported so far. Another 20 to 25 containers 15 metric tons will be exported before the end of the season in the state. Conversely, only 33 containers were exported during last season. It's not just the quantity but even in terms of earnings, the ongoing season is proving to be very sweet for growers and exporters.
