Fruit Articles

A change to the Seasonal Worker Scheme (SWS) has been secured, allowing workers to re-enter the country sooner than had been allowed previously.  

Researchers at James Hutton Scientific Services have secured five years of additional funding to develop blackcurrants for the fresh fruit aisle, thanks to a partnership with Winterwood Farms Ltd. 

WineGB’s CEO has spoken about the resilience of the wine industry, highlighting that although some businesses are currently facing challenges, many continue to thrive. 

Following one of the hottest summers on record, berry producer Angus Soft Fruits has been harnessing the latest technology to protect Scotland’s beloved berry harvest.

Growers predict that excellent summer for fruit quality and productivity will continue into the autumn.

WineGB has launched its latest Hiring Toolkit, the third in its series of comprehensive guidance documents supporting best practice in vineyards and wineries.

Rochester fruit grower John Myatt, together with his daughters Alex and Hannah of J. Myatt & Co., star in M&S’s latest Farm to Foodhall campaign.

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. 

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

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.

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.