In 2023, grapes consumption at the farm gate in South Africa stood at 20.36 thousand metric tons. The forecasts indicate a slight increase in consumption, with values reaching 20.37 thousand metric tons in 2024 and 20.38 thousand metric tons from 2025 through 2028. The year-on-year variation from 2023 to 2024 is 0.05%, and from 2024 to 2025 is 0.05%. With negligible changes from 2025 onwards, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years is approximately 0.02%.

Future trends to watch for:

Changes in agricultural policies and tariffs affecting grape production and export.
Climate change impacts on grape yield and quality.
Technological advancements in farming practices improving efficiency and output.
Shifts in consumer preferences and domestic market demand for grapes.