Tesco launches biggest ever survey into British grape-buying preferences
24th February 2025
The biggest ever survey into Brits’ grape-buying preferences is underway in order to establish exactly what it is that consumers want.
British Berry Growers encourage people to embrace ‘dopamine dining’
23rd February 2025
As the winter nights continue to bite and the flurry of winter illnesses shows no sign of slowing, people are looking for mood-boosting foods to help pack their plates with a healthy hit.
NFU launches growth strategy for horticultural sector
22nd February 2025
The NFU has launched a new revised growth strategy, calling on the government to unlock the barriers for growth and to deliver confidence back into the horticultural sector.
Apple tree pruning for high productivity & orchard profitability
17th February 2025
Independent horticultural consultant Mark Holden offers his orchard pruning advice to maximise yields and profitability.
Suffolk New College awards recognised horticulture apprentice
16th February 2025
A Suffolk New College student, Olivia Smith, has been named top horticulture apprentice of the year.
Olly Harrison launches gin brand using honey from the farm
13th February 2025
Merseyside farmer and influencer Olly Harrison recently launched his own brand of gin, made by Wrekin Spirit – with part of the proceeds going to charity.
Bridge Greenhouses supports soft fruit growers during Berry Fresh Month
12th February 2025
As February’s Berry Fresh Month begins, specialists in constructing and equipping commercial greenhouses, Bridge Greenhouses, are highlighting the support that greenhouses provide to UK soft fruit growers.
British Garden Centres announces acquisition of Dobbies sites in Havant and Morpeth
11th February 2025
British Garden Centres announced the acquisition of the former Dobbies sites in Havant and Morpeth. This takes the group up to 70 centres, marking an “extremely exciting” milestone for the family-run business.
Hadlow College students mark harvest success by making apple juice
31st January 2025
Hadlow College’s orchard has produced its first fruits, which have been transformed into student-crafted apple juice.
Extreme weather a key concern, blackcurrant growers tell MPs
30th January 2025
A new survey unveiled in a meeting between blackcurrant growers and MPs flagged extreme weather as a key threat in the next 5-10 years.
Ricky Gervais urges followers to buy vodka made from British apples
29th January 2025
The comedian is co-owner of Dutch Barn Vodka, which is made with British apples.
Which crops will become harder to grow in the UK?
28th January 2025
Global warming could make the UK suitable for growing new produce such as oranges, but key crops like strawberries may struggle, a study suggests.