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Hampshire-based vineyard becomes first in UK to achieve Regenified certification 

Waitrose’s orchard and vineyard at the Leckford Estate in Hampshire have become the first in the UK to achieve Regenified certification. 

Berry Bros. & Rudd launches first-ever online wine auction 

Britain’s oldest wine and spirits merchant, Berry Bros. & Rudd, has announced the launch of its first-ever online auction this autumn, giving collectors from across the world an opportunity to acquire rare and iconic wines and spirits. 

Driscoll launches into UK following acquisition of Berry Gardens

US-based global soft fruit supplier, Driscoll, has officially launched its brand in the UK following the acquisition of Berry Gardens Limited in 2022. 

Waitrose announced cork recycling scheme

Waitrose has just announced its latest cork recycling scheme with ambitions to unlock the potential of circular material. 

Gusbourne delays harvest due to poor weather 

An English winery co-owned by Lord Ashcroft, Gusbourne, has delayed this year’s harvest due to poor weather.

BerryWorld recognised as fresh produce business of the year 

The team at BerryWorld said they feel “honoured” to be crowned ‘Fresh Produce Business of the Year’ at the FPC Fresh Awards. 

New Kent winery officially opened by Duchess of Edinburgh

A new Kent-based winery, Domaine Evremond, has been officially opened by the Duchess of Edinburgh. 

Apples and pears granted place at superfood league table 

New scientific research has revealed that apples and pears are in the top five for nutritional quality. They truly are a superfood, British Apples and Pears confirm. 

Exton Park Vineyard founder died at the age of 95

English sparkling wine producer, Exton Park Vineyard, announced the passing of its founder, Malcolm Isaac MBE. 

The Good Beer Guide 2025 shows power of protecting pubs across East Anglia  

The Good Beer Guide 2025 has been published today to celebrate pubs across East Anglia and underline the importance of protecting them.

UK growers to benefit from £3m soft fruit pre-breeding research programme  

A new five-year £3 million genetic research programme lauches to advance the breeding of more sustainable and resilient varieties of soft fruit crops in the UK.   

Tesco named apple retailer of the year by BAPL

British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) announced that Tesco has been named the 2024 apple retailer of the year. 

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