Guidelines for the preparation of table grapes in SA for export 2025/2026_ND

Arrafifteen (Arra Sweeties™) With acknowledgement to TopFruit for the information

PHOTO: TOP FRUIT

Characteristics

8 g per berry at 19 mm. • No uneven or shot berries. • Bunch rachis (frame) medium. • Berry attachment 4/5. • Taste neutral. • Texture juicy and firm. • Skin medium. • Rain tolerance (cracking) 4/5. • Postharvest performance 3.5/5. Sensitive to internal and surface browning.

• Developed by Guimarra Vineyards, California. Patented. • White seedless. • Early mid-season (with Thompson). • Vigour 3/5. • Fertility 4.5/5. • Labour-friendly. • Sensitive to powdery mildew. • Elongated berries (like Thompson). • Average berry size (with gibberellic acid)

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