Key Competitive Attractions
The Alentejo regional economy relies mainly on the industries of agriculture, livestock, mining and wood, with the production of cork, marble, and olive oil being key activities.
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The Alqueva Dam provides significant irrigation and hydroelectric power generation, supporting a portion of Alentejo's economy.
The region`s cork-oak production activities are the most important in the world, dating back 300 years and providing employment for 60,000 people. The bark of a single cork-oak tree is sufficient to produce 4,000 wine bottle corks.
ADRAL is the economic development agency of the region, with five years of experience and 68 partners and shareholders, both public and private, with relevant experience across all major sectors, as well as in R&D activities. The agency`s mission is to contribute to the promotion and development of the Alentejo region, and support companies in the area.
