Buying Australian grapes for export
If you’re sourcing fruit for international markets, Australian grapes export offers a reliable supply of premium table grapes grown under strict quality standards. Australia is recognised globally for producing grapes that deliver consistency, flavour and strong shelf performance — making them ideal for bulk buying and export.
At Lazzara Fruits, we work with domestic and international buyers to supply fresh Australian table grapes grown, packed and prepared specifically for export markets.
What bulk buyers look for in Australian grapes
When buying grapes in bulk, importers are typically looking for:
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Consistent sizing and appearance
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Strong shelf life
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Reliable supply windows
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Clear traceability
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Compliance with export and food safety standards
These factors are critical in ensuring fruit arrives in peak condition and performs well in premium retail environments.
Choosing the right grape varieties for export
Variety selection plays a major role in successful Australian grapes export programs.
Export-focused buyers often prefer:
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Seedless grapes for ease of consumption and retail demand
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Varieties bred for firmness and crunch
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Grapes that maintain colour (black grapes, white grapes, red grapes) and texture during cold storage
Australian growers work closely with international breeding programs to produce grape varieties that meet global market expectations.
Quality assurance and traceability
One of the reasons Australian grapes export is trusted worldwide is the strong focus on quality assurance.
At Lazzara Fruits:
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Each box of fruit is fully traceable
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Picking and packing dates are recorded
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Fruit is monitored from vineyard to dispatch
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Quality checks occur throughout the process
This level of traceability gives bulk buyers confidence in product consistency and accountability.
Cooling, packing and export readiness
Proper post-harvest handling is essential when exporting grapes.
Australian export grapes are:
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Pre-cooled immediately after harvest
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Stored in high-humidity, temperature-controlled cool rooms
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Packed to minimise handling and reduce damage
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Loaded directly from cool storage into containers
This process helps preserve freshness and extend shelf life across long-distance transport.
Planning around the Australian grape season
Understanding the Australian harvest window is an important part of bulk purchasing.
The Australian grape season typically runs from January through to July, allowing importers to plan shipments during periods when Northern Hemisphere supply is limited.
Working directly with growers allows buyers to:
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Lock in volumes ahead of harvest
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Secure preferred varieties
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Plan logistics around peak supply periods
Why work directly with an Australian grower
Buying directly from an Australian grape grower offers several advantages:
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Direct communication
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Better visibility of supply and timing
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Reduced intermediaries
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Stronger long-term relationships
For bulk buyers, this approach often leads to more reliable outcomes and consistent quality.
Supplying Australian grapes to global markets
At Lazzara Fruits, we grow, pack and export premium Australian table grapes for both domestic and international markets. As a family-owned and operated vineyard, we oversee every stage of the process to ensure our fruit meets the expectations of bulk buyers and exporters.
👉 Contact the Lazzara family to discuss buying Australian grapes in bulk or to enquire about export availability.
