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Erva-Mate Portuguesa
By Ana RodriguesAzores
Experimental cultivation of yerba mate in the Azores, taking advantage of the archipelago's subtropical climate.
The Azores, with their subtropical humid climate and volcanic soils, offer unique conditions for cultivating yerba mate on European soil. Experimental projects on São Miguel follow the Azorean tradition of tropical crops like tea and pineapple.
If successful, Azorean yerba mate would be Europe's first, adding another chapter to the archipelago's remarkable agricultural history. It is a project combining innovation with the Azorean vocation for niche crops.
