Growing business - careers in garden retail and production horticulture
11 May 2012
The buoyant production horticulture and retail sectors offer a wealth of opportunities for keen individuals, Graham Clarke explains.
Martin Tate credits investment in production and distribution for its steady rise, Jack Shamash reports.
The buoyant production horticulture and retail sectors offer a wealth of opportunities for keen individuals, Graham Clarke explains.
Despite the downturn, award-winning Lincolnshire Herbs is pushing ahead with expansion plans and new varieties, Jack Shamash finds.
With cider production enjoying considerable success, Geoff Dixon looks at yields, the best cultivars and issues facing the sector.
Fertiliser manufacturers are targeting particular market sectors with formulations to improve crop quality and yield, Jack Shamash reports.
Better marketing and communication of horticultural job opportunities emerge as key targets from speakers at RHS event.
The UK wine-producing industry will be out in force at July's Fruit Focus to discuss advances and share skills, Gavin McEwan reports.
The challenges facing many field vegetable growers this year are severe but they are battling a volatile market with new approaches, Jack Shamash finds.
Top Fruit Grower of the Year 2012 AC Goatham & Son has based its success on a combination of old-fashioned values, investment and modern methods, Brian Lovelidge reports.
With bans expected on some pesticides, the fruit industry continues to research new crop protection products, Brian Lovelidge reports.



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