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Climate change affecting chestnut production in Portugal
Chestnut honey production in the Montesinho Natural Park has dropped by 80% to 90% this year due to heatwaves, with total nationwide honey yields also falling below typical averages. While producers note that the scarcity may lead to price increases due to high demand, no official price adjustments have been confirmed.
Why it matters
If you are a consumer of artisanal honey, you may see higher prices or reduced availability for chestnut honey in the coming months as supply has significantly decreased.The Portugal NewsRead original ↗
