Industry: Wine import quota auction proposed in sector support plan
In short
The federal economics department has outlined a support plan for the wine sector, including a proposed auction of the WTO wine import quota under the agricultural ordinance package for 2027. A consultation is expected in January 2027. The plan also envisages extending voluntary vine-removal payments and strengthening sales promotion and exports.
What it means for suppliers
- Wine importers should treat the quota auction as a proposal, not an adopted rule, and monitor the consultation expected in January 2027.
- Swiss wine producers considering vineyard reductions should follow the planned extension of payments for voluntary vine removal.
- Export budgets should not assume additional funding: support linked to future trade agreements remains a possibility.
Key facts
| Retailer | Industry |
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| Announced | |
| Categories | Wine |
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| Source | blw.admin.ch |