Afrikelp Table Grape Guide – Better Size, Colour & Uniformity | Afrikelp

Common challenges with table grapes

Inconsistent berry sizing under stress
Sunburn
Uneven ripening
Shelf life

Grapes were initially cultivated for wine and raisins, but table grapes eventually became a distinct category focused on fresh consumption. Table grapes are one of the most exported fruits in the world, with the USA, Chile and South Africa being major exporters. China accounts for about 50% of the 75 million tonnes produced globally.

How Afrikelp helps table grapes farmers

Enhances abiotic stress tolerance
Improves size and uniformity
Improves shelf life

THE CREDIBILITY

Afrikelp improves early ripening and increases yield in table grapes.

Afrikelp optimises nutrient use efficiency in table grapes. Uptake of Nitrogen was increased by 85%, Phosphorus by 10% and Potassium by 82%.
Var. Autumn Crisp
Orange River region, South Africa

THE CREDIBILITY

Afrikelp improves berry size distribution in table grapes.

Afrikelp improved berry size by shifting size distribution towards larger berries, 75% of berries exceeding 19.1mm.
Var. Candy Hearts
California, USA

THE CREDIBILITY

Afrikelp increases °Brix in table grapes

Afrikelp increased °Brix in table grapes by an average of 5% in 3 vineyard trials.

THE CREDIBILITY

Afrikelp increases bunch weight in table grapes.

Afrikelp increased table grape bunch weight by 24% in a vineyard trial.
Var. Autumn Crisp
Orange River region, South Africa

THE CREDIBILITY

Afrikelp improves firmness retention in table grapes.

Afrikelp improved firmness retention, maintaining 26% higher firmness after 21 days of storage.
var. Autumn Crisp
Orange River region, South Africa

General application recommendations

All recommendations are based on field experience and trial results worldwide. Genetics by environment (G X E) must be considered in all applications as this has an impact on plant growth and production. Please contact your local supplier/advisor for additional technical assistance. Each recommendation should be adapted to local conditions and/or optimised depending on crop varieties, soil, environment and fertilisation programs.