SATI STATISTICS OF TABLE GRAPES IN SOUTH AFRICA 2025

In the 2024/25 season, SATI implemented Phase 2 of the prescriptive logistics model, building on the data-driven approach developed in Phase 1 to optimise logistics operations and reduce stock levels during peak export weeks.

compared with the previous season. This indicates some improvement in the port’s performance. In a shift in the global table grape market, China took the top spot as the world’s largest exporter in 2024 (TradeMap, 2025), surpassing Peru and Chile, as Chinese production continues to increase. South Africa now ranks as the fourth-largest global exporter and the third-largest in the Southern Hemisphere, following Peru and Chile. Southern Hemisphere trends in the 2024/25 season included recovery for Peru as export volumes increased by 32% to 151 million cartons, after adverse weather conditions resulted in a smaller harvest for Peru in the 2023/24 season. Chilean table grape exports increased by 5% to 123 million cartons. This increase is partly due to favourable weather conditions and an increase in new generation varieties coming into full production. STRATEGIC FOCUS

SATI partnered with key stakeholders in a pioneering Public Sector Partnership to co-fund the installation of two 500 kVA generators at the Cape Town Container Terminal, adding 120 reefer container plug points and helping to alleviate bottlenecks during peak deciduous export weeks. This successful initiative has sparked interest from stakeholders for future similar projects. Quality is at the forefront of South African table grape production, with rigorous quality control measures in place from vine to port. SATI remains dedicated to supporting producers’ interests and promoting sustainable commercial practices by preserving existing market access while pursuing new opportunities in developing markets. As a new season approaches, industry remains focused on proactive logistics solutions that facilitate South Africa’s reputation as a reliable supplier. SATI will continue to work with government and industry stakeholders to ensure favourable trading terms in key export markets. SATI acknowledges the valuable contributions of its stakeholders in these projects, and looks forward to ongoing collaboration and providing producers with the latest industry insights to uphold South Africa’s reputation as a preferred supplier of quality grapes to global markets.

MARKET SHARE FOR SA TABLE GRAPE EXPORTS 2024/25

2%

58%

18%

10%

1%

4%

Europe

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2%

United Kingdom North America

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Middle East

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South East Asia

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Russian Federation China & Hong Kong

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SATI STATISTICS 2025