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France: French winemakers to uproot 28,000 hectares of vines

French winemakers plan to uproot around 28,000 hectares of vineyards under a government-backed scheme aimed at addressing falling demand and climate pressures

The programme, run by FranceAgriMer, has attracted about 5,800 applications, mainly from south-western regions and largely affecting red grape varieties.

Around 37% of the vineyards will be removed بالكامل, while 63% will see partial uprooting to help producers adjust supply. The initiative is supported by €130 million in funding, with growers receiving €4,000 per hectare removed.

The move comes as the French wine sector faces declining consumption, especially for red wine, alongside broader structural and climate-related challenges, according to Connexion.

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