From Peru, where the majority of winter mangoes on sale in Europe have been imported from, journalist Gervase Poulden reports on the poor working conditions of mango workers
… one. Mangoes are, of course, a seasonal fruit which means suppliers will import stock … few countries that will be harvesting the fruit for direct export to the UK. But do …
From local specialities to homemade treats, shopping at Britain’s farmers’ markets is a great way to get stuck into premium produce and support local farmers. Jeff Holman rounds up some of the best
… Top pick: The Days Cottage stall offers great fruit juices made from local apples, pears, … go to help the struggling Gloucestershire fruit industry, which has seen 50 percent of … the Welsh Bakery, whose pancakes and fresh fruit make up what is quite possibly the …
Chemical free and perfect for an organic kitchen garden, Jeff Holman rounds up the organic fertilisers that will leave your plants blooming gorgeous
… than triple the amount of minerals that your fruit and veg actually need. ‘This is … compost it before use. If you’re using it on fruit and vegetables, it’s worth searching for …
From sheep to spinach, Gervase Poulden has the skinny on how to make your smallholding dreams a reality
… a particularly successful season. Hedgerow fruit Elderberries, blackberries, sloes, … to prevent this. Together, these bountiful fruits can be used to produce hedgerow jam. …
Architectural gems, stunning beaches and locally produced delicacies combine to remind Jeff Holman why Barcelona on foot is worth the hike
… anything: fresh fish, brightly coloured fruit and vegetables, and ruby dark wine. We drank freshly made fruit smoothies while immersing ourselves in …
Good for adults, but even better for babies: Gervase Poulden rounds up five chemical, phosphate and paraben free products that will really make a difference to your children’s skin
… £10.15 The South African brand uses Baobab fruit in its baby products, which gives them …