The Australian table grape season runs from January to July, giving wholesale buyers and importers access to fresh, premium fruit during the period when Northern Hemisphere supply is at its lowest.
Lazzara Fruits is a family-owned table grape farm in Robinvale, Victoria, supplying a comprehensive range of white, red, and black table grapes to domestic and international markets throughout the season. This guide covers the harvest calendar by variety, what the season means for your supply chain, and how to plan your orders.
When is the Australian table grape season?
The Australian table grape season runs from January through to July. This is one of the longest fresh grape supply windows in the Southern Hemisphere, and it coincides with the period when Northern Hemisphere supply is at its lowest.
For international buyers in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, Australian grapes fill a critical gap in the fresh fruit calendar. For domestic wholesale buyers, the season offers a reliable, locally grown supply from midsummer through to the cooler months.
The Australian table grape harvest calendar
Different varieties come into harvest at different points throughout the season. Here is how the Lazzara Fruits harvest calendar typically unfolds:
January to February
Menindee, Flame, and Ralli are among the first varieties to be picked and packed. These early white and red seedless grapes are popular with buyers looking to secure supply at the start of the season.
February to April
This is the peak of the red and black grape harvest. Itumn 7, Long Crimson, Magenta™, and Sweet Sapphire™ are available during this window, making it the busiest period for export buyers sourcing premium black and red varieties.
April to June
Late-season white seedless varieties come into harvest, including Sugar Crisp™, Luisco, Pristine®, and Autumn King. These varieties are well suited to buyers who need reliable supply into the cooler months.
June to July
Select late and storage varieties extend the Australian supply window into July. Autumn King and other storage varieties remain available for export during this period, giving buyers additional flexibility at the tail end of the season.
Why the Australian grape season suits international buyers
Australia’s warm growing climate and advanced post-harvest systems mean that fruit harvested later in the season can still arrive in excellent condition at destination markets.
Lazzara Fruits uses monitored high-humidity cool rooms to maintain grape quality after harvest. The farm is HACCP accredited, and every box is traceable from the vineyard to the point of export. For buyers supplying regulated retail or food service markets, that traceability and accreditation record matters.
The Australian season also offers counter-seasonal timing that is difficult to match from other origins. Buyers who plan their supply calendars around the Australian harvest can maintain continuity of fresh grape supply year-round when combined with Northern Hemisphere sources.
How to plan your sourcing around the Australian grape season
For buyers importing into international markets, early contact is essential. Availability for specific varieties, volume commitments, and export logistics are best confirmed well before the harvest window opens, particularly for buyers with phytosanitary requirements or strict cold chain specifications.
Demand for premium varieties tends to peak mid-season, from February to April, when red and black seedless grapes are at their most abundant. Buyers targeting this window should make contact before January.
If you are new to sourcing Australian table grapes, the Australian Table Grape Association is a useful starting point for understanding industry standards and export requirements. You can also read our overview of when Australian grapes are in season for more background on the harvest calendar.
View the full range of grape varieties available from the farm, or get in touch to discuss your requirements for the upcoming season.
Frequently asked questions
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When does the Australian table grape season start?
The Australian table grape season typically begins in January with early white and red seedless varieties. The harvest continues through to July, with late-season and storage varieties extending the supply window.
When does the Australian grape season end?
The season runs through to approximately July, with select late and storage varieties available toward the end of the window. The exact end date varies by variety and seasonal conditions.
Which Australian grape varieties are available earliest in the season?
Early season varieties available from January include Menindee, Flame, and Ralli. Red and black varieties including Magenta™, Sweet Sapphire™, and Itumn 7 follow from February to April.
Why do international buyers source Australian table grapes?
Australian table grapes are available during the Northern Hemisphere’s off-season, from January to July. Combined with Australia’s food safety standards, HACCP accreditation, and advanced post-harvest systems, they are a reliable choice for buyers in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
How do I secure supply for the Australian grape season?
Contact Lazzara Fruits directly via the contact page to discuss variety availability, volume, and timing for the current or upcoming season.
Lazzara Fruits is a family-owned Australian table grape farm in Robinvale, Victoria, supplying premium grapes to wholesale buyers and export markets. View our varieties or contact us to discuss supply for the upcoming season.
