The GLA is set to work with local councils to target rogue gangmasters.

The success of NFU lobbying for an increase in the size of the SAWS has been appreciated by growers affected by labour shortages.

Some 5,000 more workers have been granted access under SAWS, home office minister Phil Woolas announced today.

The government has been asked to relax labour market restrictions to migrant workers from Romania and Bulgaria...

A report compiled for the British government’s Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has further illustrated the crucial role of seasonal migrant workers and the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Scheme (SAWS) to the horticulture sector.

This summer has not been the kindest to the soft-fruit category, with unseasonably wet and dark conditions holding back both supply and demand.

The fresh produce industry this week faced up to repeated warnings that falling migrant worker numbers could seriously threaten its stability.

A mix of chemicals found in black raspberries may more effectively prevent cancer

Labour issues have come to a head across the fresh produce industry this year, following restrictions on seasonal migrant workers

The East Malling Research Strawberry Breeding Club will be officially launched at Fruit Focus 2008

A.M.S. Exotic LLC plans to launch the company’s first coupon campaign next month in four Western states.

Millions of pounds worth of soft fruit and vegetables are likely to be left to rot in fields this summer because of a shortage of foreign pickers.

Red, juicy, delicious strawberries are one of the healthiest fruits to include in your diet.

Four of Europe`s leading berry companies involved in developing new varieties are going to be speaking at the Global Berry Congress organised by Eurofruit Magazine.

Berries and pomegranate may serve better as valentine`s gifts for lovers than chocolate as studies found these foods can boost heart health.