Palms Vineyards Pty Ltd is a premier Australian family-owned vineyard located in Yelta, Victoria, specializing in the cultivation and global export of premium table grapes. With over three decades of experience in viticulture, Palms Vineyards has established a reputation for consistency, quality, and innovation in the global fresh produce industry. The company operates under the ethos of sustainable farming and meticulous attention to post-harvest handling, ensuring that their fruit meets the highest standards demanded by international markets.
Core Business and Offerings
Palms Vineyards focuses exclusively on the growing, packing, and export of fresh table grapes. The company’s offerings include:
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Seedless Varieties:
- Midnight Beauty®: A large, firm black seedless grape with a sweet flavor profile.
- AutumnCrisp®: Light green, exceptionally crisp grapes with a refreshing taste.
- Menindee Seedless: Early-season white seedless grapes known for their mild sweetness and juiciness.
- Crimson Seedless: Late-season red seedless grape with long shelf life and vibrant skin.
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Seeded Varieties:
- Flame Seedless: Bright red with a slightly tart-sweet flavor, known for its crunchy texture.
- Red Globe: Large, seeded grapes favored in Middle Eastern and Asian markets for their size and sweetness.
The grapes are packed under the proprietary Palms Vineyards™ label and are available in a wide range of pack styles including clamshells, punnets, and loose cartons.
Specialization and USP
Palms Vineyards differentiates itself with:
- Prime Growing Location: Situated in Yelta, part of the Mildura region in northwest Victoria, offering ideal growing conditions with high sunlight hours and controlled irrigation from the Murray River.
- Vertical Integration: Full control of farming, packing, and logistics ensures high traceability and consistent quality.
- Exclusive Varieties: Access to patented grape varieties such as Midnight Beauty® and AutumnCrisp® through licensing agreements.
- Export Readiness: Tailored post-harvest treatments and packaging to meet phytosanitary and cosmetic standards of key international markets.
Financial Overview
As a private entity, Palms Vineyards does not disclose financials publicly. However, based on industry metrics and export volumes:
- Estimated Annual Revenue (2023): Between AUD 5 million to AUD 8 million.
- Export Volume: Approx. 800 to 1,000 metric tons of fresh grapes annually.
- Domestic Distribution: Supplies to select premium retailers and wholesale markets across Australia.
Shipment Records and Global Reach
Trade data and export activity from Australian horticultural networks indicate:
- Top Export Markets:
- Asia: Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand
- Middle East: UAE, Saudi Arabia
- North America: Canada
- Shipping Format: Uses refrigerated containers with controlled atmosphere (CA) options for extended freshness.
- Seasonality: Main harvest and export window from December to May, aligning with global off-season demand for southern hemisphere grapes.
Target Market
Palms Vineyards serves a diverse international clientele, including:
- Importers and Distributors seeking high-shelf-life grapes with consistent sizing and sugar levels.
- Retail Chains and Supermarkets in Asia and the Middle East that prioritize food safety, traceability, and premium quality.
- Wholesale Produce Markets that require reliable supply during peak demand periods such as Chinese New Year and Ramadan.
Capabilities
- Vineyard Holdings: Over 100 hectares of planted grapevines with varietal diversity.
- Packing Facility: On-site post-harvest infrastructure including cold rooms, packing lines, and quality control checkpoints.
- Quality Assurance: Brix testing, sizing, color grading, and visual inspections prior to export.
- Logistics Management: Partnerships with freight forwarders and shipping lines for both air and sea shipments.
Certifications and Compliance
Palms Vineyards operates in full compliance with Australian and international food safety standards:
- Freshcare Certified – Australia’s leading on-farm food safety and quality standard.
- HARPS (Harmonized Australian Retailer Produce Scheme) – Required for major retailers like Woolworths and Coles.
- Export Accreditation – Licensed by the Australian Government’s Department of Agriculture for international fresh produce shipments.
- China Export Compliance – Registered and approved for export to China under bilateral horticultural agreements.
Customer Testimonials
“Palms Vineyards has delivered consistent quality year after year. Their Midnight Beauty and AutumnCrisp lines are in high demand across our premium retail channels.”
– Regional Produce Buyer, Southeast Asian Import Group
“Their post-harvest handling and packaging are among the best in the Mildura region. Shipments arrive fresh and market-ready.”
– International Logistics Coordinator, UAE Fresh Produce Distributor
Major Achievements
- 2023: Expanded export footprint into Vietnam and Thailand with tailored packaging and varietal offerings.
- 2022: Integrated solar-powered irrigation across 60% of vineyard operations as part of their sustainability initiative.
- 2021: Upgraded packing facility with automatic sizing and color sorting machines to improve operational efficiency.
- 2020: Secured supply contracts with three major retail chains in Malaysia and Singapore, increasing branded presence in-store.
Palms Vineyards continues to be a trusted source of premium Australian grapes, recognized for quality, freshness, and family-driven integrity in global horticultural markets.