Mental health first aider encourages more talk
14th May 2024
During Mental Health Awareness Week, Helen Hook, who volunteers as a mental health first aider, is encouraging those who are struggling to talk and and stay active.
Fruit growers ‘delighted’ with PM’s announcement
14th May 2024
Following the Prime Minister’s announcement to boost the fruit and veg sector, fruit growers have been ‘delighted’ with the £10m boost.
Farm to Fork summit 2024 : PM to boost British fruit and veg sector
14th May 2024
‘The UK needs to reduce its reliance on overseas fruit and vegetables and back British producers’ Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says as he sets out his blueprint for the Farm to Fork Summit 2024.
British strawberry delays will be ‘worth the wait’
13th May 2024
Strawberry producers say despite the delays, the fruit will be bigger and juicer this year.
The importance of pollination
13th May 2024
Good pollination has multiple benefits for orchards, but is it being overlooked given the widespread popularity of self-fertile varieties and pressure on margins? Fruit & Vine asks the experts for their advice.
Rural communities need more mental health support
13th May 2024
Mental health for rural communities still needs greater support from the government, said Sarah Dyke MP as we enter Mental Health Awareness Week.
NIAB launches membership service for vineyard managers and staff
12th May 2024
Members of NIAB’s new service will be the first to benefit from emerging, innovative research.
Waitrose supports British farmers in shift to regenerative practices
11th May 2024
The supermarket plans to help over 2,000 of its supplier farms to adopt regenerative farming practices, with practical and financial support.
Independent breweries return to pre-pandemic levels of production
10th May 2024
The 2024 spike in demand for beer is encouraging for British hop growers supplying independent breweries.
Apples at the heart of our juices and smoothies
10th May 2024
A viral post on X shocked people who had no idea apples were used in drinks as much as they are.
Pints of wine to hit UK shelves from September
10th May 2024
Under new post-Brexit trade rules, pint-sized bottles will be on sale in the UK from autumn 2024.
New seasonal worker scheme delights fruit growers
9th May 2024
The government’s five-year seasonal worker scheme will ensure long-term planning for farmers.