Great growth in the UK berry market; an estimated 3 billion per year market in just 5 years

Current farming practices in the UK allow blackberries to be available for a long period of 36 weeks, from April to November. The UK berry sector has grown significantly, with a current valuation of £1.7 billion in annual retail sales. Projections indicate that this sector could inject as much as £3.18 billion into the national economy over the next five years. Leading agricultural experts have noted that this year's blackberry crop is of exceptional quality, surpassing the size and sweetness of those found in wild blackberries. The diligence and experience of British farmers has culminated in a bountiful harvest this season, with peak production now underway. This ripple effect is set to benefit the entire supply chain, from farm to fork. In recent years, British berry growers have shifted their focus to growing "next generation" blackberry varieties. These new varieties are significantly larger than traditional hedge blackberries and have been selected to be succulent, tasty ...