The British Tomato Fortnight is back for 2024. This annual two-week celebration champions the deliciously juicy and marvellously nutritious tomatoes grown in Britain. 

A family-owned Kent-based fruit farm has signed a new £750 million deal with Aldi, which will see a new 200-acre orchard being planted in the county. 

Self-propelled and towed sprayers, designed for inside fruit tunnels with tabletop systems, offer a solution for growers without large central alleys. Adam McDonald, of McDonald Agri Ltd, explains the benefits of the range.

Over 2,000 bees were killed, and dozens of fresh strawberry plants and farming equipment were damaged during a “heartbreaking” vandalism attack at a Scottish farm. 

With no experience in cultivating vines, Denbighshire farmers, Geoffrey and Cath Easton made a successful transition from livestock farming to growing grapes and producing wine, all thanks to mentoring from Farming Connect.  

Scientists at the University of Warwick are helping to boost the UK’s food security in the wake of a new government report on UK fruit and vegetable production. 

One farming couple have significantly increased their blueberry yield, by harnessing heat from their own renewable energy sources.

WineGB has just announced the appointment of Talya Roberson, the former managing director of Roberson Wine, as its new industry relations lead.

Mistblower technology expert Hardi can offer plenty of advice and knowledge when it comes to the world of spraying within vines, soft fruit, orchards or any other mistblower application.

Medel Orchards, based in Ontario, has been impressed with its recent investment in a Major Cyclone, which has now become the family’s favourite bit of kit.

AGCO dealer, Crawfords Group – comprising Crawfords, Agwood, and Crawfords Automotive – and Plumpton College are joining forces to help students and apprentices gain practical experience and training on modern tractors with the latest technology, fully aligned with the needs of the industry.  

The retail sales value of fresh berries has more than doubled in the past decade, and despite soaring costs of production and substantial labour challenges, the sector continues to expand. We spoke to British Berry Growers chairman Nick Marston, about future challenges and opportunities.