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South African Wine Producers Tackle Climate Issues Through Sustainable Practices

In the Western Cape of South Africa, winemakers are addressing climate-related challenges like drought and increasing temperatures by adopting sustainable practices.

South Africa's Western Cape, which contains more than 500 vineyards and accounts for 90 percent of the nation’s wine output, is facing serious climate issues. The area has seen temperatures rise 1.5 to 2 times quicker than the global average in the last fifty years, causing extreme weather events and unpredictable rainfall patterns. These changes have adversely affected grape cultivation, prompting local winemakers to implement sustainability initiatives to cope with the situation.

Key facts

  • Over 500 vineyards are situated in the Western Cape.
  • The region is responsible for 90 percent of South Africa's wine production.
  • Temperatures have increased 1.5 to 2 times faster than the global norm.
  • Severe drought impacted grape production in the late 2010s.
  • Winemakers are adopting sustainable practices to counter climate challenges.
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