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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.

Cider farm that exports to Japan supports local farming community  

A cider producing business in Herefordshire is providing new income streams for neighbouring farmers following the growth of their business.  

Adnams brewery chairman steps down due to health reasons

The chairman of Adnams brewery, Jonathan Adnams, is stepping down with immediate effect due to health reasons. 

Boost your winery’s business power 

As your winery grows and your attention turns to ensuring its long-term financial success, it may be time to invest in business management software.

Jeremy Clarkson’s beer named best in England 

Hawkstone Premium, produced by Cotswolds-based brewery owned by TV presenter and farmer Jeremy Clarkson, has been named the best lager in England at the World Beer Awards 2024. 

The importance of protecting Great British cider

National Association of Cider Makers CEO, Fenella Tyler, highlights the importance of protecting the British cider industry.

Vineyard is a true family affair

Fruit & Vine editor, Rachel Hicks spoke with Ellie Wilson, the latest generation of the Wilson family to work at Little Wold Vineyard in Yorkshire, to find out more about the history of the farming family and their latest diversifications.

Alternative wine formats: The pros and cons

Sustainability is a hot topic in the agricultural and horticultural worlds right now – including the debate over wine packaging. Fruit & Vine looks into the alternative options.

Blueberry diversification spreads risk for arable farmers

In a bid to build a sustainable business for their children, arable farmers Peter and Zoe Mee diversified into growing blueberries in 2014 – and have since installed their own packhouse and introduced a range of blueberry products made from waste fruit. Deputy editor Sarah Kidby spoke to the family to find out more.

Independent breweries return to pre-pandemic levels of production

The 2024 spike in demand for beer is encouraging for British hop growers supplying independent breweries.

Apples at the heart of our juices and smoothies

A viral post on X shocked people who had no idea apples were used in drinks as much as they are.

Pints of wine to hit UK shelves from September

Under new post-Brexit trade rules, pint-sized bottles will be on sale in the UK from autumn 2024.

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