Analysis of grape growers’ and wine producers’ perceptions in Brazil regarding climate change

análise da percepção de produtores de uva e vinho no Brasil

Authors

  • Daniel Trento do Nascimento PhD in Sustainable Development, Researcher, Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa), Brasília, DF, Brazil https://orcid.org/0009-0006-9890-4228
  • Carolina Pretto Panceri PhD in Food Science, Professor, Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Santa Catarina (IFSC), Urupema, SC, Brazil https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3527-0652

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18472/SustDeb.v17n1.2026.58068

Keywords:

Climate variability, Adaptive capacity of vitiviniculture, Management strategies, Sustainability

Abstract

The issue of climate change has received increasing emphasis in studies across various economic sectors, with agriculture being no exception. Among agricultural activities, fruit production is particularly sensitive to climatic variations, and within this sector, viticulture stands out as a segment highly impacted by climate change. In Brazil, grape and wine producers have reported a more frequent occurrence of extreme climatic events, drawing attention to the impacts of these changes on the sector. In this context, this study aimed to analyse grape and wine producers’ perceptions across different regions of the country regarding the effects of climate change on viticultural activities, and to identify the adaptation measures they adopt. To this end, a literature review was conducted, followed by a characterisation of Brazil’s main grape- and wine producing regions. Subsequently, primary data were collected through structured questionnaires applied to a sample of 80 producers to assess their perceptions of climate change and adaptation strategies in the sector. The main results indicate that approximately 80% of the surveyed producers report that their production has been affected by climate change in some way, with these impacts linked to productivity and quality. However, adaptation actions remain limited in terms of both the diversity of strategies and their effectiveness. These results highlight the importance of research and climate monitoring systems in supporting public policy development for the Brazilian grape and wine sector.

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Author Biographies

Daniel Trento do Nascimento, PhD in Sustainable Development, Researcher, Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa), Brasília, DF, Brazil

PhD in Sustainable Development from the University of Brasília (UnB), Master’s degree in Administration from the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Master’s degree in Viticulture and Enology from the Federal Institute of Santa Catarina (IFSC), and Bachelor’s degree in Administration from UFSC. Holds a specialization in International Relations (UnB), Local Governance and Public Services (Ryukoku University, Japan), and an MBA in Plant Health from the Agronomic Institute of Campinas (IAC). Researcher at the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa), having held positions such as Head of the Innovation and Business Secretariat, Innovation Manager, and Innovation and Business Supervisor at Embrapa Headquarters. Has experience in teaching and research institutions, as well as in international organizations. In 2020, joined the innovation team at the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Supply (MAPA), serving as General Coordinator for Open Innovation, Acting Director of Innovation, and Coordinator of the Agro 4.0 Chamber (MAPA and the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation – MCTI). Currently serves as Advisor to the Executive Board for Business at Embrapa, President of Embrapa’s COP 30 Commission, and Leader of the Embrapa Hub Project (FAPDF).

Carolina Pretto Panceri, PhD in Food Science, Professor, Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Santa Catarina (IFSC), Urupema, SC, Brazil

PhD (2017) and Master’s degree (2014) in Food Science from the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC); holds a Professional Master’s degree in Beverage and Food Quality (Agroquality) from the University of Naples Federico II, Italy (2009); and a Technologist degree in Viticulture and Enology from the Federal Center for Technological Education of Bento Gonçalves (CEFET-BG), Brazil (2008). Currently servesas a Professor of Enology at the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Santa Catarina (IFSC), Urupema Campus, Brazil. Has held management positions at the same institution and served as Head of the Department of Teaching, Research, and Extension (2020–2024). Has experience in the field of Food Science and Technology, with an emphasis on wine production, research, and innovation in grape and wine products, working mainly on the following topics: grapes and wine, grape dehydration, physicochemical and spectrophotometric analysis of grape and wine compounds, chromatographic analysis, and sensory analysis of grapes and wine.

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Published

2026-04-30

How to Cite

Nascimento, D. T. do, & Panceri, C. P. (2026). Analysis of grape growers’ and wine producers’ perceptions in Brazil regarding climate change: análise da percepção de produtores de uva e vinho no Brasil . Sustainability in Debate, 17(1), 122–152. https://doi.org/10.18472/SustDeb.v17n1.2026.58068

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