On October 7, 2026, the Andalusian Government Council approved the formulation of the region’s first Vineyard and Wine Strategy, covering 2028–2031. The planned measures are intended to address structural and short-term challenges while helping producers make use of opportunities in innovation, digitalisation, sustainability, internationalisation and market diversification.
The regional government says the strategy is intended to help secure the future of vineyards and wine production. It will address issues including generational renewal, climate change, plant-health problems and adapting supply to current social demands. Its stated objectives include encouraging the use of digital tools, strengthening quality designations, and supporting training and research, development and innovation.
The Regional Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development plans to develop the strategy through ongoing dialogue with economic and social stakeholders in the wine sector. The document is intended to guide and coordinate regional government action by setting priorities, organising public measures and establishing a shared roadmap with members of the production chain. It will include an overview and assessment of the agricultural sector and related food-processing industry, set strategic objectives and schedule their implementation.
The regional government describes wine production as economically, socially, culturally and territorially significant in Andalusia, where it has a long tradition and a substantial presence in rural areas. Vineyards also contribute to the landscape and rural heritage, and the source says vineyards in the Condado de Huelva area near Doñana demonstrate compatibility between farming and nature conservation.
Around 2,500 agricultural holdings in Andalusia grow grapes across approximately 22,700 hectares. More than 89% of this area is devoted to wine grapes, 10.1% to table grapes and 0.7% to grapes for raisins. Average annual production is about 130,000 tonnes.
The source reports 28 quality designations linked to vineyards in Andalusia. It lists 24 designations for wines: eight designations of origin and 16 protected geographical indications. The region also produces vinegar covered by three protected designations of origin and food covered by the Málaga Raisins Protected Designation of Origin.