A major step forward in precision orchard management and the future-proofing of fruit production against climate change has been achieved through new research by the UK crop research organisation Niab, Nanjing Agricultural University in China, and international partners. 

Ceres Rural has announced the launch of an independent viticulture service, tailored to the growing needs of English vineyards.

Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery is celebrating the success after one of its latest single malts won a prestigious world whisky competition. 

Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm is celebrating after winning three medals at the 2025 International Cider Challenge, with Rattler Zero stealing the spotlight.

British blackberry season is underway and thriving, as UK growers encourage consumers to shop for the ‘unsung heroes’ of the berry world more often.

Marking a new chapter in the evolution of compact tractors, the Fendt e107 Vario is the manufacturer’s first fully electric model – and it’s no longer a prototype. Daniel Hodge attended the UK press launch.

The use of beneficial (often termed ‘entomopathogenic’) nematodes to control crop pests is becoming more familiar to growers as alternatives to dwindling traditional chemistry are sought.
Stella Cubison of Koppert delves into the detail.

Where dinosaurs once roamed, grapes now grow – and the wine produced by Rutland Vineyard in Lincolnshire is reaping the rewards of the 160,000,000-year-old soil. Rachel Hicks reports.

At Denbies Wine Estate, Fruit & Vine witnessed the latest innovation in the fight against frost. The unlikely weapon? Foam. Daniel Hodge reports.

WineGB has announced that Charlie Holland, Michael Kennedy and Gary Smith have joined its board, while Nick Wenman has taken over the position of interim chair and Ruth Simpson is the new interim deputy chair.  

British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) has announced the launch of a brand-new prize called the Best British Apple Launch Award. 

Somerset cider maker, Thatchers, has kicked off its earliest harvest in history — a full 10 days ahead of schedule — thanks to this year’s long and hot summer.