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British growers celebrate thriving blackberry season
7th September 2025
British blackberry season is underway and thriving, as UK growers encourage consumers to shop for the ‘unsung heroes’ of the berry world more often.
Using Steinernema feltiae for the control of codling moth
5th September 2025
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.
BAPL announces new Best British Apple Launch Award
28th August 2025
British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) has announced the launch of a brand-new prize called the Best British Apple Launch Award.
Grower Profiles
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Astley Vineyard: With age comes character and quality
20th June 2025
One of the oldest commercial vineyards in the UK, Astley Vineyard was established in the lush Severn Valley in Worcestershire in 1971 and features some unexpected grape varieties. Editor Rachel Hicks spoke to its current owners, the Haywood family, to find out more.
Diversifications help fruit business thrive in tough times
8th May 2025
Barra Berries opened their 13th century tower house for a series of diversifications including weddings, accommodation, a restaurant and farm shop, alongside their livestock and soft fruit businesses. Sarah Kidby reports.
Built on a foundation of enthusiasm, energy and hard work
14th April 2025
Kinsbrook is a progressive vineyard in the heart of West Sussex, run by owner and managing director Joe Beckett and his partner and marketing director, Rebecca Dancer.
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