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WineGB responds to chancellor Reeves’ Spending Review

“Our farmers and wine businesses are fed up,” said WineGB CEO Nicola Bates while commenting on yesterday’s Spending Review announced by chancellor Rachel Reeves.

Beyond the bottle: How branding, logos & label design tell your story

In the world of wine, cider, and juice, crafting the perfect blend is only half the battle. What makes a customer reach for your bottle instead of another?

Good disease and pest control paves way to successful harvest

Agrovista agronomist Fokion Chatziavgerinos reviews some key tasks coming up in top fruit orchards and vineyards this spring and early summer.

WineGB celebrates World Environment Day by launching Sustainable Packaging Toolkit

As part of World Environment Day that took place earlier this week, WineGB has launched a Sustainability Packaging Toolkit, the second in its series of comprehensive guidance documents supporting sustainable action in vineyards and wineries.

Vietnamese market opens for British apples

British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) has announced the approval of a seed funding investment for an inward trade mission from Vietnam, which is set to open this new market to British-grown apples.

British berry industry concerned following border checks removal

The British berry industry has expressed concerns following news that border checks on fruit and vegetables imported from the European Union will be permanently removed.  

Royal Norfolk Show: Wine and cheese experience announced

The Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association has announced the Norfolk Wine and Cheese Experience will take place at the Royal Norfolk Show this June.

Improved efficiencies and environmental impact to be discussed at Fruit Focus

Improved efficiencies and reduced environmental impact are two key targets in the fruit sector – and visitors to Fruit Focus 2025 will be able to take away top tips and innovations in both areas.

Warmest spring leads to crop flush of British strawberries

The warmest spring start for 100 years has led to a crop flush of British strawberries, Tesco confirms.

Explore East Midlands’ hidden wine gems

WineGB is encouraging wine enthusiasts to uncork their next adventure in one of England’s most surprising and scenic wine destinations, the East Midlands.

Asparagus techniques inspire innovative new wine brand

Soft fruit and asparagus grower Sandy Booth is using novel techniques to grow non-traditional grape varieties for his new wine brand. Sarah Kidby reports.

Monitoring insects with artificial intelligence

For Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to be successful, it is essential to monitor populations. Russell IPM’s scientific officer (entomologist & agronomist), Rachel Turner, and UK technical sales manager, Andy Russell, explain more.

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