The French Ministry of Agriculture and Food on July 7 forecast 2026 wine production at 3.4 bln liters, among the lowest in 30 years. The statistics The office expects a 6% decline versus 2025, which also suffered widespread heatwaves. Heat-related gr

2026-09-08

The French Ministry of Agriculture and Food on July 7 forecast 2026 wine production at 3.4 bln liters, among the lowest in 30 years. The statistics The office expects a 6% decline versus 2025, which also suffered widespread heatwaves. Heat-related grape burn and wilting are reducing yields. Burgundy, the Loire Valley and other regions are seen falling; Champagne output is forecast to halve year‑on‑year. The ministry said the heat is also hitting other crops: 2026 corn production is projected at its lowest since 1980, with wheat, zucchini and broccoli severely affected.