Cider manufacturer Thatchers wins court battle with Aldi
21st January 2025
Somerset-based cider producer Thatchers has won a court appeal against supermarket chain Aldi following claims that store had “copycatted” the appearance of manufacturer’s Cloudy Lemon Cider.
BAPL and Niab will host annual R&D day in February
20th January 2025
British Apples and Pears Ltd (BAPL) and Niab will co-host the annual R&D day next month.
Post-harvest pest and disease management
18th January 2025
In the first of a new series of topical updates, Agrovista fruit and vines agronomist Fokion Chatziavgerinos examines the importance of post-harvest pest and disease management to ensure the long-term vitality of top fruit and grapevines.
Top fruit nutrition: Getting the balance right in turbulent years
17th January 2025
After a year of unusually heavy rainfall, keeping a close eye on top fruit nutrition will be particularly important – Agrii agronomists shared their expertise during a recent podcast. Sarah Kidby reports.
What trends are going to shape wine industry in 2025?
15th January 2025
Wine supplier Ewga Wines has reflected on the challenges and successes of 2024 and shared a list of key trends that are set to shape the wine industry in 2025.
British berry industry future under threat despite sector hitting record milestones
14th January 2025
British berry growers have warned of a tough year ahead as rising energy costs and wage increases continue to create challenging circumstances for fruit farmers in 2025.
Essex community recognised at pub saving awards
11th January 2025
The Roxwell Chequers Community Benefit Society, which saved the Chequers Inn in Roxwell, Essex, has been announced the runner-up in the Pub Saving Award 2024 competition.
Foodie advocates eating this fruit to boost gut health
10th January 2025
Carleigh Bodrug shared a breakfast recipe including one particular fruit on @plantyou as a gut health hack.
Eating more fruit and veg could help reduce depression – study
9th January 2025
Higher intakes of both fruit and vegetables were associated with lower symptoms of depression over time.
“World’s most expensive wine” included in Golden Globes $1m gift bag
8th January 2025
The famously extravagant goody bag includes a $272,000 wine tasting and dinner, or a trio of ultra-rare vintages.
New fruit orchards bring city to important milestone
7th January 2025
Leeds is set to become the city with the most orchards in the UK outside London, as it plants its 100th fruit orchard.
BAPL reflects on challenges and opportunities in 2024
6th January 2025
The British Apples & Pear Growers Association has reflected on the challenges and achievements of the past year for the industry.