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Restorative winter pruning advice for older apple trees

Kent-based Agrii fruit agronomist Ryan Williams shares his advice for pruning apple trees.

41k visas secured for seasonal horticulture workers 

The NFU has welcomed the news that a number of seasonal worker visas have been allocated; however, it also warned that businesses need clarity on visa allocations through to 2029 in order to plan ahead. 

Chapel Down drops plans to build £32m winery near Canterbury

Kent-based wine producer Chapel Down has confirmed it is abandoning plans to invest in a new £32 million winery.

Report into future of UK orchards published on World Apple Day 2025

Forum for the Future has just published its latest report, which reveals insights into the challenges threatening the longevity of the UK’s orchards and makes recommendations to help secure a thriving, climate-resilient future for top fruit supply chains.

More flexibility for workers and growers secured under Seasonal Worker Scheme

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

Partnership unlocks blackcurrants’ market potential

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 CEO celebrates industry’s success despite challenging times for some businesses

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. 

Robots transform Scotland’s berry harvest

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.

UK apple growers predict strong season after bumper summer

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

WineGB launches hiring toolkit for vineyards and wineries

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

Rochester plum grower stars in new M&S Farm to Foodhall ad

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.

Precision farming for orchards takes off with drone and LiDAR technology

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. 

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