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Why steal grapes in Norfolk?

Norfolk might seem an odd place for a vineyard, but England's wine industry is booming. The UK's average temperature has risen by about 1 degree Celsius since the 1960s, extending the growing season. This makes regions like Norfolk increasingly suitable for viticulture, producing grapes like Bacchus, as seen in the Winbirri theft.

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