Conversations are ongoing regarding the incoming huge cost increases to standing charges coming in April. We have been proactive in raising the issue with government but we have yet to have a solution agreed or confirmed. Read our latest press release on the issue.

Read about the huge hikes to standing charges coming in April 2026 which will have a severe negative impact on the energy intense protected horticulture sector.

British tomatoes are the ultimate ingredient for delicious fresh dishes like salads, gazpachos and carpaccio. Our fresh tomato recipes show off this vastly versatile ingredient at its best – combining full-on flavour and health-boosting properties.

Rukmini’s recipes are all about maximum flavour with minimal effort – and British tomatoes are the perfect match. Check out our favourite Rukmini recipes in this post.

Read an update on the progress developing the Defra Food Strategy

Find out about and respond to the the Department for Business and Trade’s fourth statutory review of the Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA).

When can you get British tomatoes at their very best – and where can you find them? We take a look in this post.

Read about the planned activity for 2025’s British Tomato Fortnight Campaign - a campaign promoting the nutritious, delicious, seasonable and premium tomatoes British growers produce!

Find out about recent announcements made by Defra regarding new policies and activities to help the farming and growing sector to become more profitable.

Read our press release on the critical impact that the Border Target Operating Model is having on the operations of many protected edibles growers.

Learn more about a Novel Insect trap developed at the Natural Resources Institute and read about an event in 2025 where they will be sharing more information.

Visit the AHDB Horticulture Legacy website to find all resources produced by AHDB for protected edible growers, including the Protected Edible Crop Walker’s Guide, research report and other guides.

Find out the latest regarding changes to Border Control Points and how they affect you.

Read about the BTGA’s involvement in two Innovate UK funded projects.

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) Writtle and Plant Empowerment to Host Sustainable Crop Production Workshop

Learn more about the UK’s ToBRFV working group.

There are ongoing delays with seed imports at the EU/UK border. The BTGA are working on the best approach to discuss these ongoing issues with Defra.

Read the summary of responses and next steps of Defra’s supply chain fairness consultation

From helping to combat cancer to post-gym recovery, we take a look at the health benefits of eating tomatoes – and discuss if they're even healthier when cooked.

In celebration of the Platinum Jubilee, which falls during British Tomato Fortnight 2022, we’re giving you the chance to share your #JuicyJubilee dishes for the chance to win a Fortnum & Mason hamper AND a box of delicious British toms from The Tomato Stall.