草榴社区

April energy costs will force growers out of business, says horticulture sector

Government intervention is needed to prevent growers being affected by rising electricity standing charges

Mia Willemsen
News and business reporter
clock 鈥� 1 min read
April energy costs will force growers out of business, says horticulture sector

Growers will be forced to raise prices or halt production as a forecasted increase in electricity standing charges of 60%-80% are due to take place from April 1, 2026. That was the message from The...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

New to 草榴社区 Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358
Join Now

听

More on Farm Business

First bluetongue case found in South-West Scotland
Farm Business

First bluetongue case found in South-West Scotland

Scotland's Chief Veterinary Officer has advised farmers to consider vaccination to prevent further spread

Rachael Brown
Rachael Brown
clock 10 August 2026 鈥� 1 min read
Over 4,000 badgers vaccinated across England in 2025
Farm Business

Over 4,000 badgers vaccinated across England in 2025

Rachael Brown
Rachael Brown
clock 10 August 2026 鈥� 2 min read
Heineken backs regen farmers with barley switch
Farm Business

Heineken backs regen farmers with barley switch

Brewer says farmers will be directly paid a premium on regenerative barley yields to drive future farming resilience

Jane Thynne
Jane Thynne
clock 08 August 2026 鈥� 2 min read