Blog - Fruit & Vine

John Deere introduces new 5EN tractor series

John Deere has announced the launch of its new 5EN tractor series, designed to meet the evolving needs of growers working in vineyards, orchards, greenhouses, and traditional village settings.  

Summer Berry Company announces new partnership

The Summer Berry Company has announced its partnership with Stronger Together, an organisation dedicated to supporting businesses in the fight against modern slavery and promoting responsible recruitment and employment practices. 

WineGB’s CEO Nicola Bates responds to Budget 2025

‘There is little to bring festive cheer,” said WineGB’s CEO Nicola Bates while responding to today’s Budget announcement.

Halfpenny Green unveils limited-edition red wine in memory of late founder

Halfpenny Green Wine Estate has unveiled a limited-edition commemorative red wine in honour of its late founder, Martin Charles Vickers.

BAPL and Oxbury Bank launch finance to help British growers expand

British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) has partnered with Oxbury Bank, the UK’s specialist agricultural bank, to provide bespoke financial solutions for British apple and pear growers. 

National Fruit Show 2025 sees rise in exhibitors and visitors

The 92nd edition of the National Fruit Show has marked a strong revival with a surge in exhibitors, competition entries and visitor numbers.

British JAZZ Apple celebrates 20th birthday with orchard banquet 

With harvest season in full swing and orchards bursting with colour, some of the UK’s apple growers took a well-earned pause to raise a glass to 20 years of growing JAZZ apples. 

Gunyah Vineyard: Serving the local community

Editor Rachel Hicks caught up with Gunyah Vineyard to discuss why the team focuses
on sustainability and the importance of building local relationships.

Restorative winter pruning advice for older apple trees

Kent-based Agrii fruit agronomist Ryan Williams shares his advice for pruning apple trees.

Bespoke engineering to support fruit growers

Fruit & Vine machinery reporter Daniel Hodge caught up with Adam McDonald of Vegcraft, to find out more about the company’s bespoke polytunnel sprayer operation.

41k visas secured for seasonal horticulture workers 

The NFU has welcomed the news that a number of seasonal worker visas have been allocated; however, it also warned that businesses need clarity on visa allocations through to 2029 in order to plan ahead. 

WineGB launches golden 50 wine list of 2025 

WineGB has announced the launch of the Golden 50 Wine List of 2025, which highlights the wines that have won gold medals in 2025 in 10 national and international competitions. 

© Fruit & Vine 2025. All Rights Reserved.

Website Design by Unity Online