British raspberries up to 50% sweeter after cool spring and May sun, say growers

British raspberries up to 50% sweeter after cool spring and May sun, say growers

This season’s crop was registering unusually highly on the Brix scale, which measures the approximate sugar content of fruit, figures suggested. British raspberries are up to 50% sweeter than usual because of the cool spring followed by record-breaking May temperatures, according to industry representatives. This season’s raspberries are registering levels of 11 to 12 on the Brix scale – which measures the approximate sugar content of fruit – co…

British Raspberry Growers Herald Exceptionally Sweet Crop

UK raspberry growers are reporting one of the sweetest crops in recent years, with fruit recording significantly higher-than-average sugar levels following a cool spring and warm conditions during May.According to industry figures, this season’s fruit tastes up to 50% sweeter than normal; registering Brix readings of 11 to 12, compared with a typical average of around eight.Berry producers Angus Soft Fruits and WB Chambers are hailing “very spec…