Storm floods 1,000+ hectares of vineyards in Tejo
Successive storms have left between 1,000 and 1,500 hectares of vineyards submerged in the Tejo region, and caused vineyard collapses in parts of Lisbon, the president of the Regional Wine Commission reported. The damage affects several hundred winegrowers in the Tejo area and could hit harvests and local producers in the season ahead. Wine producers, rural residents and those buying local wine should watch sector updates for damage assessments and any government or insurance support.
Update: Tejo vineyards: 1,000–1,500 hectares flooded
Público names Luís Castro as president of the Regional Wine Commission and gives an estimated 1,000–1,500 hectares submerged in the Tejo region, affecting several hundred winegrowers and raising concerns about the coming harvest and local supply.
