English sparkling wine producer Nyetimber celebrates team GB’s Olympic victories
13th August 2024
English sparkling wine producer Nyetimber is celebrating team GB’s Olympic Games victories with a limited-edition collection.
Dreary weather delays British raspberry production, but August will see high volumes of larger and sweeter fruits
12th August 2024
The cloudy, rainy weather this summer may have been disappointing for many growers, but the silver lining is an exceptional crop of British raspberries, with high volumes forecast for August following a period of reduced production, said British Berry Growers.
JN Wine named Northern Ireland’s best wine retailer for 30th time
11th August 2024
JN Wine has been named Northern Ireland’s best wine retailer for a record-breaking 30th time and the leading small independent merchant in the UK.
Campden BRI invests in UK wine industry by opening new lab and tasting centre
10th August 2024
Campden BRI has opened a new dedicated wine laboratory and tasting centre in Guildford. The company said that the move represents a “significant investment in the domestic wine industry”.
Trials launched to look for new solutions that can boost orchard productivity
8th August 2024
Sensors that can “listen” to electrical impulses in trees, low-cost growing systems, the latest technology and techniques for improving orchard productivity were some of the topics discussed at the Hutchinsons Helios trials site at Newent, Gloucestershire.
Irrigation solutions for a Herefordshire fruit farm
7th August 2024
In the Herefordshire village of Upton Bishop, family business Chicory Crops is at the forefront of innovation – including when it comes to irrigation.
UK growers share their predictions for harvest 2024
6th August 2024
UK growers say that an early start to the growing season has resulted in a good volume of slightly larger apples.
WineGB trade and press tasting returns to London in September
5th August 2024
WineGB has just confirmed that its flagship event for the trade and press will take place in September.
West Wales vineyard receives prestigious certificate as first in the UK
4th August 2024
Hebron Vineyard, located in West Wales, became the first UK vineyard awarded with a regenerative certification.
Using biostimulants in winemaking
3rd August 2024
There are just seven certified biodynamic vineyards in the UK. One of these is Ancre Hill Estates, near Monmouth in Wales – a boutique vineyard that is currently working with biostimulant specialist Orion FT to improve its vines.
Herefordshire gin company asks growers to donate their ‘wonky’ raspberries
1st August 2024
Herefordshire-based rum and gin manufacturer, Penrhos Spirits, is asking local farmers to donate their ‘wonky’ raspberries, which can be used in gin production.
Technological solutions to advance sustainable horticulture awarded £500k
31st July 2024
Four businesses that are using cutting-edge technology to advance sustainable horticulture have been awarded £500,000 to commercialise their prototypes by Growing Kent & Medway.