Grower Profiles
The UK fruit and horticulture trade is booming – the industry is currently valued at over £1bn and 1,000+ vineyards are registered nationwide. Read about growers from across the UK and browse the news covering orchards, vineyards, juicers and wineries.
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Top Grower Profiles
JUL/AUG 2025
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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