Georgian Government to Set Goals for Upcoming Vintage

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Georgian Prime Minister Nika Gilauri declared that the government is ready to get involved in dealing the upcoming vintage in the country. According to PM, the process will start on August 25 and will last for 7-8 weeks.

“This year’s vintage should be as successful as we’ve done in previous years,” said Gilauri.

On August 15, 2011 was held the meeting of the Georgian Government. The agenda included 49 items.

Grape harvest, according to the Minister of Agriculture of Georgia-Bakur Kvezereli, looks promising. In his words, several meetings have already been held with wine sector representatives.

“Our goal is to make the harvest and production process as fast as possible,” said Kvezereli.

According to Agriculture Minister, 27 companies will be involved in the process, operating at 32 places. Government has allocated financial assistance for helping out local wine production. Peasants will receive vouchers as an additional support.