Herefordshire-based rum and gin manufacturer, Penrhos Spirits, is asking local farmers to donate their ‘wonky’ raspberries, which can be used in gin production. 

Four businesses that are using cutting-edge technology to advance sustainable horticulture have been awarded £500,000 to commercialise their prototypes by Growing Kent & Medway.  

The Blackcurrant Foundation, which represents 36 growers across the UK, has reported that despite another difficult growing season, the nation’s blackcurrant crop is thriving, with an anticipated yield of over 11,600 tonnes this year.   

Crawfords Group has announced its appointment as the sole UK agricultural distributor for the French manufacturer Pellenc.

The Summer Berry Company (TSBC) has recently announced that it is able to offer year-round strawberry production, lengthening the season by five months.

Efficient canopy management brings its rewards in clean quality fruit fit to make profitable wine; the challenge is to do it with low input costs.

Nature-friendly farming groups and celebrities have sent an open letter to the prime minister calling him to back and scale up the UK horticulture sector. 

Today marks the 10th edition of the national wine and cheese day. This ultimate pair is one of Brits’ favourite servings during family and friend parties. 

A Kent-based winemaker, Gusbourne, has announced it is considering a sale. 

Hertfordshire-based berry producer-marketer, BerryWorld, is celebrating after its growers scooped numerous awards at the National Cherry and Soft Fruit Show. 

Wines made in 13 different counties were awarded trophies at the WineGB Awards 2024. This year also marked the highest number of gold medals being given away. 

As the cost-of-living crisis continues, retailers and top fruit growers heard from experts about the latest consumer behaviour, as well as discussing key issues facing the apple and pear sector, during the recent British Apples and Pears (BAPL) retailer webinar. Deputy editor Sarah Kidby reports.