A break in the harvest schedule

As we move closer to summer, British produce will continue to become more available. However, we are seeing some delays due to the recent unpredictable weather.

Whilst the weather in February was dry and kind, this is generally too early for most plants to be moved outside. Following this, we had record rainfall in March, making planting almost impossible. The plants are initially grown in greenhouses, and delays to their predicted planting dates mean they grow too large and delicate. This means they are difficult to transplant and more likely to suffer from wind and frost damage.

April weather has allowed intermittent planting, but the cold temperatures we are still experiencing at night could all contribute to a reduced survival rate of the crop and very slow growth. Therefore, we are seeing delays in the volume of seasonal British produce. Unfortunately, the longer we are out of the harvest schedule, the higher the prices will stay.