British growers have unveiled British Carrot Day, a new annual event designed to champion the UK’s carrot industry and encourage more...

The UK’s fresh produce and horticultural industries are facing mounting challenges as one of the driest growing seasons in living memory...

Eating cherries turned into a powder rather than a juice could help prevent Alzheimer’s disease, while also tackling food waste,...

Britain remains perilously unprepared to sustain itself in the event of a major crisis, with experts warning that food security has not...

A determined UK young‑plants nursery is mounting a concerted effort to restore export volumes to the levels it enjoyed before Brexit—an...

University of Birmingham hydrology experts warn how UK summer weather conditions may be a harbinger of drought and water shortages to...

Two of Germany's most beloved spring and summer snacks — asparagus and strawberries — are increasingly less attractive for farmers to...

UK/EU SPS deal will slash red tape and eliminate costly routine checks for fruit, vegetable, flower and plant traders across the country....

Mojito tasting grapes are coming to the UK and will land at Co-op stores from early next week. Perfect for fans of the popular summer...

Over the past few decades, there has been a significant shift from soil to soilless media in UK strawberry and raspberry production. With...

Food security, changing weather patterns and labor availability were key topics at Fruit Focus 2025, with an emphasis on how innovation...

In a significant stride towards sustainable agriculture, gene-edited fruits and vegetables—engineered for extended freshness and enhanced...

Farmers have been banned from watering their crops during Britain's sweltering heatwave as temperatures hit 33C. East Anglian growers...

M&S has unveiled a series of innovation projects to support its journey to becoming net zero by 2040. The food and fashion giant said...

Tesco has reported record fruit sales as consumers seek to stay hydrated amid high temperatures. The UK’s biggest supermarket said it had...

Picota producers in Spain’s Jerte Valley are putting a focus on quality, fruit size and new varietal development as they expand their...

British flower farmers have issued a stark warning about potential shortages this summer, particularly for weddings, after enduring one...

Groundswell 2025, which ran from 1-3 July, welcomed over 10,000 visitors to the Cherry family’s Lannock Farm near Hitchin in...

As part of long‑term strategy discussions, British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) discovered something alarming: current planting plans...

This summer, Chiquita has launched a banana-themed public transport campaign in London, marking the 10th year of its seasonal branding...

Punnets of strawberries are now up to 30.9% more expensive than they were this time last year, according to data from Assosia analysed by...

Few UK farmers have escaped the mounting pressure of the climate crisis in recent years. From drought to flooding and everything in...

In a delicious twist for cherry lovers, Tesco has announced that it will stock only British-grown cherries this summer, thanks to an...

There’s a renewed sense of optimism among UK growers and farming families as ministers consider a potential U-turn on controversial...

Instagram-style farm gadgets have taken root with growers, but they don't come cheap! Tom Amery, Managing Director of The Watercress...

Tomato growers battling the persistent threat of Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) may soon find relief thanks to a new generation...

British farms and supermarkets could tackle the exploitation of fruit and vegetable pickers by paying their travel and visa costs,...

The South African stone-fruit industry has bounced back well from a challenging 2023/24 season, with volumes increasing and a turning...

The UK is facing a significantly increased likelihood of a hotter-than-average summer in 2025, with the Met Office predicting a doubling...

After the successful launch of the new technical guide on PCN, “A Guide for Managing PCN in Great Britain,” to members, GB Potatoes and...

The UK’s spell of bright spring sunshine has delivered more than just a welcome break from the grey—it’s sparked an extraordinary surge...

An unseasonably warm spring is prompting an early harvest for UK vegetable growers, with producers in Cornwall reporting that new season...

Thanet Earth, the UK's largest glasshouse complex, has commenced construction on its seventh high-tech glasshouse, with completion slated...

The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee has recommended that the UK government postpone its proposed inheritance tax...

Fresh Direct, a leading UK foodservice supplier, has announced its official partnership with Love British Food, reinforcing its...

British berry growers are warning of an impending crisis in the sector unless the government and UK retailers step in to provide...

The UK is facing its driest spring in almost 70 years, compounding an already dire situation for farmers who have been battered by a...

Bananas – the most widely consumed fruit on the planet and a vital staple for over 400 million people – are facing an existential threat...

British Flowers Week (BFW) is an annual celebration of seasonal British flowers and the talented people behind them. Whether driven by a...

Tim Chambers, owner of WB Chambers Farms in Kent, highlighted the challenges faced due to Brexit border delays, stating he had "no...

Climate change is turning the UK’s growing calendar on its head, as an unseasonably warm and dry spring has triggered an early glut of...

British consumers could soon find gene-edited fruits with longer shelf lives and added health benefits on supermarket shelves, as new...

Once a London-based gardener and occasional model, Alfie Nickerson has reinvented himself as the face of Burnt Fen Flowers — a...

The UK horticulture industry is calling for urgent clarity and commitment from the government following vague responses from the...

GB Potatoes is very pleased to announce a three-year funding commitment to support the Fight Against Blight (FAB) project – a vital...

Apple growers could save nearly £3,000 per hectare by planting wildflower strips in their orchards, according to new research...

Farmers in North Yorkshire are battling a growing health crisis, according to a new report from independent watchdog Healthwatch. North...

Expanding the UK’s horticulture sector to meet healthy eating guidelines could deliver a £2.3 billion boost to the economy, according to...

In the heart of Britain's countryside, where the soil is tilled with dedication and the harvests reflect a year of hard work, a unique...

Aldi is giving British strawberries an early boost this spring with a nationwide price promotion aimed at getting more shoppers to buy...