Table grapes - essential harvest crop of The Mildura Region's in Australia

Table grapes are a large component of the Mildura Region's grape production accounting for 69% of the total Australian table grape production. The labour-intensive nature of the table grape crop (unlike dried or wine grapes) requires the industry to employ a great number of permanent and itinerant workers. Backpackers are drawn to the region 9 months of the year to assist growers meet the demand of harvest. Australian Table Grape Association recent reports indicate around 40 varieties of table grapes, where local growers to the Mildura Region produce over 20 varietals. 60% of table grapes produced in Australia are sold domestically and 40% are exported overseas. The three main export destinations are: Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia. The Table Grape industry is highly competitive with prices ranging from 6,15-18 EUR per box depending on quality and current market prices.