320 wineries in Bulgaria are seeking subsidies from the state

They asked for support from the state from the newly established association of vine growers. Its members warn that the native viticulture is in serious condition due to low purchase prices. This year, for the first time, the vine growers gathered at a national fair with a rich cultural program. Instead of protesting, we celebrate together, said the chairman of the association Petar Boshnakov. Grape growers face difficulties in wine production and lack of opportunity to buy new agricultural machinery under European programs. "It is only supported by a European program, the money comes from the EU, but it is extremely insufficient and it is more for investment than for current production. At the same time, the costs of growing crops and producing grapes have jumped dramatically in recent years, while we have almost doubled the purchase price of grapes. We are really working at a loss, "Boshnakov told BNR. "We are working to build a strategy for Bulgarian viticulture, direct ...