by Antonia | Jul 22, 2026 | Uncategorized
British blueberry growers are welcoming an extra sweet crop this season, with cutting-edge technology helping them meet soaring consumer demand for the berries. As shoppers increasingly seek out larger, more flavourful fruit, growers are investing in everything from...
by Antonia | Jun 18, 2026 | Uncategorized
British raspberries are measuring up to 50% sweeter than usual according to growers, after a warm spell followed cooler spring temperatures. The raspberries this season are testing at sugar levels of 11 to 12 on the Brix scale, compared with average readings of around...
by Antonia | Jun 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
Government restrictions limit unhealthy food and drink products being advertised on TV before 9pm and through paid online advertising ‘Fresh Outlook on Food’ campaign says similar restrictions should now apply to the streets Comes as new research finds 91% of children...
by Antonia | Jun 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Cooler spring temperatures have delayed the start of British strawberry season this year, but growers say the wait will be rewarded with berries packed with exceptional flavour. According to British Berry Growers, the cooler spring slowed the ripening process,...
by Antonia | May 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
British Berry Growers has highlighted significant new cost pressures facing UK soft fruit producers, following further global market disruption since early March. Initial analysis, based on grower data compiled by Andersons Farm Business Consultants, shows substantial...
by Antonia | Apr 22, 2026 | Uncategorized
British Berry Growers (BBG) has announced the appointment of Ali Capper as its new chair, with onboarding to start in July 2026, followed by a formal role start in November 2026. Ali will succeed Nick Marston, the current chair of BBG, who announced his planned...
