But what is the cost for the environment?

The Western Cape is home to the Cape Floral Kingdom (CFK), the smallest and richest plant kingdom in the world, with the result that thousands of hectares of vineyards have replaced a vast diversity of species which have already been compromised by urban growth and invasive alien species, and face an uncertain future due to climate change. With 80% of the CFK falling under private ownership, its conservation has to be championed by the landowner.