Terumot and ma'aserot for orlah (and non-orlah) grape leaves - Part 1
Question
Do I assume correctly that if I use the grape leaves from my orlah grapevine, they have to be ma'asered?
Answer
Rabbi Netanel Oyerbach
Actually, the separation of terumot and ma'aserot from grape leaves is the subject of a fascinating halachic discussion.
The upshot is that since they are secondary to the grapes, they are exempt from terumot and ma'aserot.
Be aware, however, that there is a major problem of infestation and that grape leaves must be carefully cleaned and inspected.
For more information on the topic (in Hebrew), see the following responsum from Rabbi Azriel Ariel on our website, who really delves into the topic (published in Emunat Itecha).