Unseasonal Downpours Hit India’s Grape Belt, Triggering Up to 30% Yield Loss and Price Surge in Global Markets
03 November 2025, New Delhi: India’s grape industry is reeling from heavy and untimely rainfall, which has slashed output in key growing regions and set the stage for a price rise in international markets. With the 2025-26 season underway, vineyards in Nashik and Sangli, Maharashtra, India’s main export hubs are reporting a steep 20-30% decline in grape yields, according to industry sources.
The trouble began in mid-May, when unexpected rains disrupted the crucial flowering phase of grape development. These rains, which totaled more than 1000 mm in the early season, were followed by continued wet weather extending into October. The prolonged moisture has not only reduced yields but also heightened pest pressures, such as fruit fly infestations.
Exporters warn that the reduced supply will likely push grape prices up by 10-15% when shipments begin in December. The impact is expected to be felt across Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East—regular destinations for Indian varieties including Thompson Seedless, Sharad Jumbo, and Sonaka Seedless.
Industry stakeholders emphasize the need for varietal innovation to help India stay competitive amid changing climate patterns and global market standards. While challenges persist, trials of new grape varieties in select farms offer hope for a more resilient future.
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