Research unlocks strawberry disease resistance
28th February 2018NIAB EMR, in a joint UK-China research programme, has discovered several strains of the strawberry disease Verticillium wilt (Verticillium dahliae), belonging to two different groups, that act in very different ways. The results are already being used by plant breeders in the development of a new generation of wilt resistant varieties. Plant pathologist Rong Fan…
Docker are growing!
Docker Bakehouse and Brewery expansion at Folkestone Harbour Arm We are excited to be moving into an entirely new space next to the renovated railway station at Folkestone Harbour. The new space is made of two shipping containers welded together. After being hidden away for two years behind the blue hoarding we are now being…
First show of the year for Designs on Silk
The first show this year for Designs on Silk will be at Coolings Nurseries, Rushmore Hill, Knockholt from Friday 23rd March until Sunday 25th March. Come and browse locally handmade items for yourself and your home. Meanwhile if you are looking for a special gift for Mother’s Day, a silk scarf is always welcome. If…
A Busy Start for Create A Cabin
Create A Cabin have had a busy start to the new year exhibiting at various nationwide agricultural shows . Our work is wide ranging and diverse offering workable space solutions with our bespoke DIY buildings. We have recently installed temporary accommodation at a Kent fruit farm, a farm shop (see photo), butchery, office, food prep…
VACANCY: Volunteer Coordinator at Communigrow
JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Volunteer Coordinator Reporting to: Trustees / Operations Manager Hours: Part-time 12 hours per week flexible as required Contract: Initially for up to 20 weeks renewable subject to successful funding applications. Salary: £12 per hour Working Schedule: To be agreed with the Operations Manager Location: Communigrow Field, Ditton, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 6PE…
Juice Executive presses forward with £600,000 sales boost
Cheers! The Juice Executive presses forward with £600,000 sales boost The national thirst for healthier food and drinks has helped a young entrepreneur more than double her sales over the last twelve months. 26 year-old Alex Auger founded The Juice Executive in 2014 and has just broken the £1m turnover mark after securing a number…
Kent Ginthusiasts! Last chance to invest in Anno Distillers!
21st February 2018This is an opportunity to invest in an established, award-winning distillery. We were the first to distil gin in Kent in almost 200 years! Our crowdfunding is part of a new and exciting chapter for Anno and we would like you to join our journey. Through the Crowdfunding platform, Seedrs, we are aiming to raise…
‘Every little helps’ as Nim’s signs major Tesco deal
20th February 2018Nim’s Fruit & Veg Crisps has capped a major year of expansion by sealing its largest ever listing with a UK supermarket. The company, which produces air dried fruit and vegetable crisps, will now be stocked by Tesco, a deal that comes hot on the heels of agreements with Co-Op and online specialist Ocado. More…
Treat your mum before Mothers Day!
1st February 2018You really, really love your mother right? So why would you make her wait until Mothering Sunday for her annual treat? Why not give her a special day out by bringing her to Spadework on Saturday March 10th when our charity hosts the first Offham Farmers’ Market of 2018? The stalls and Farm Shop will…
New Margate Stockist for Bakers Bicycle
Two local businesses have joined forces to bring a range of fabulous artisan breads to local gourmets with the Mayor of Margate, Cllr Rosamund Dixon coming along to celebrate the partnership. The Kentish Pantry is delighted to announce that they are set to become the first stockists of Baker’s Bicycle in Margate. The Kentish Pantry…
