Champagne: 40% of buds destroyed by frost, critical situation
The Champagne Committee assessed Tuesday that recent frost episodes destroyed 40% of buds, an agricultural disaster unseen since 2003.
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This massive destruction directly affects this year's harvest and production of the prestigious appellation.
Champagne producers fear a drastic drop in yields and major economic consequences for the industry.
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