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This is a time when we naturally gravitate towards cooking with rooty vegetables; deliciously earthy and providing us with the energy to go out and face the cold. The frozen ground however, makes it hard for farmers to lift those roots that are still in. We’re not expecting big gaps in the offer, but we… Read More »

It’s that time of year when UK crop availability is starting to dwindle. Cavolo nero already saw its last pick, although we’re hoping for a comeback from Francis Sampson when his fields recover. Also biting the dust are purple carrots. This week there is still plenty of kale. Many different types in fact: green/ red/… Read More »

Winter weather in Spain is causing a scarcity of sun loving crops. Cucumbers, courgettes and aubergines are tricky to source. Trade magazines report that supermarkets are struggling for salads and lettuces out of Spain, which makes us extra proud of being able to offer our local supply of salad leaves. The Glebelands winter mix includes winter… Read More »

Lots of lines moving south in Europe as the unseasonably warm weather grinds to a halt.  Most noticeable in our range is the end of Dutch glasshouse crops such as aubergines, peppers, cucumbers & tomatoes.  Anticipate us looking to Spain for the winter months.  With many of these still plentiful in warmer southern climes, they… Read More »

Another cracking selection of late Autumn European fruit continues to make for a vibrant sea of colour on our top shelf.   Dark orange pulpy persimmons from Spain are plentiful, consequently offering better value by the day.  As ever, the Rojo Brilliante variety is rocking our world… wait until it feels almost like a water… Read More »