Current cultivation techniques ensure that British blackberries are available from April until November, enjoying a 36-week season. The UK berry industry is now worth £1.7 billion in retail sales year-round, estimated to contribute £3.18 billion to the economy in the next five years.
According to several senior agronomists, this year's blackberry season has produced a very high-quality crop, sweeter and larger than their hedgerow counterparts. The work of UK growers has ensured a strong harvest this year, with peak production now underway.
British berry growers now grow "new generation" varieties. These varieties are more than twice the size of the standard hedgerow blackberry. They have been developed to be sweet, juicy and large—perfect for both snacking and cooking.
Source: farming.co.uk
