Fruit Articles

Strawberry-picking robots are being trialled on a farm in Essex in an attempt to solve labour shortages across the agricultural and horticultural industry.

The extra sunshine and hours of daylight over the last few months mean that British cherries will not only be bigger than in recent years but also sweeter and juicier.

Nine months into the current British apple and pear season, the competition for BAPL retailer of the year is hotting up. 

Good weather and careful irrigation ensured a great crop of Little Scarlet strawberries this year and an opportunity for a record pick during the Tiptree Strawberry Race.

Robotics, automation, adoption of the latest agri-tech and sustainable fruit farming were amongst the topics covered at an event hosted by one of the UK’s largest producers of berries.

A four-month Berries of Scotland campaign has just launched with the aim to spread awareness of the heritage and impact of Scotland’s berry sector, which includes fruit farms of all shapes and sizes spread out from the Highlands all the way down the east coast.

In a bid to bring an extra income stream and something more exciting to his existing arable farm, a South Lincolnshire farmer, Tim Beaver, planted 20,000 vines across seven acres back in 2021. Since then, he also built a tasting barn and opened the vineyard for tours.

The Blackcurrant Foundation shines a light on the market and growing considerations for this niche fruit.

Agrovista agronomist Fokion Chatziavgerinos highlights key orchard and vineyard tasks now that summer has arrived.

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?

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

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.