French wine output predicted to be lowest in 30 years after heatwaves and drought
In short:
France is expected to produce one of its lowest amounts of wine in decades after soaring temperatures and dry conditions over summer.
It is forecast to produce less than 34 million hectolitres this year, equivalent to 4.5 billion bottles.
What's next?
France has announced an emergency aid package for farmers of more than €1 billion ($1.6 billion).