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The government is helping wine farms face climate change. Is it enough?

The government is helping wine farms face climate change. Is it enough?

South Africa Wine.co.za News Oct 1, 2026 Sustainability

South Africa's government is backing wine farmers with climate change support measures, but the question remains whether the assistance goes far enough to protect the industry from increasing environmental pressures. The country's wine sector, crucial to its economy, is grappling with climate volatility that threatens production, making government intervention timely and important. This story explores what help is actually on offer and whether it'll adequately shield farms from the climate challenges ahead.