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A bumper year for our favourite berry

A bumper year for our favourite berry

If the much loved strawberry is your summer berry go-to, then you are in for a good summer, as this year's crop is available in abundance - bigger, sweeter and juicer than previous years.

British blooms: all you need to know

British blooms: all you need to know

Get involved in British flowers week - it's simple! All you need to do is buy British flowers, and who doesn't enjoy having a vase of pretty flowers in their home?

Time to get to know your MP

Time to get to know your MP

Get in touch with your MP to help keep farming centre stage. Your MPs provide us with a voice in Westminster, so make sure they're informed about the subjects that matter to you.

Great British brewery tours

Great British brewery tours

Did you know that 82% of the beer sold in Britain is brewed here, primarily from British barley. We've scoured the country to find a mash of rural breweries that are flying the flag for great British beer.

Thousands of visitors enjoy Open Farm Sunday

Thousands of visitors enjoy Open Farm Sunday

A day of fun was had on the farm last Sunday as 100s of farmers threw open their farm gates to welcome the general public to discovery the world of farming.

Back British Farming

Back British Farming

British farmers are passionate about providing a huge variety of quality British food for us all to enjoy. But farming is about much more than growing great food.
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What's in this month's issue

What's in this month's issue

Countryside magazine – our July issue


Power to the pollinators: How a cherry grower is working to keep the insects happy on their farm

Injured Jockeys' Fund: : AP McCoy chats to Eleanore Kelly about the charity that helps jockeys and their families

The wonderful world of wisteria: How to grow and look after this beautiful but tricky plant

Eat it, cook it: Meet the lamb producers and try three delicious lamb recipes

Test it: Malcolm Bates puts workwear through its paces

Countryside Goes on its Travels edition special: Meet the rural travel entrepreneurs; discover four unique islands within the British Isles; Take a beer tour around the country; Spend time relaxing at a farm spa; Life in the watery lane – the gentle pace of Britain’s canals

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Coast and country – where to stay in 2018. From farm spas to peaceful island resorts, there are some fantastic destinations for any planning a staycation this year