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Genetic Fingerprinting of the Sussex apple varieties
In May 2021 leaf samples from 28 of the Sussex apple varieties were collected and sent off to the National Institute for Agricultural Botany for genetic testing. Genetic testing is a method of accurately identifying fruit varieties by comparing genetic information held in the cell chromosome which is characteristics of that apple variety.
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17, 24 and 25 January 2026
Hands-on course in an old apple orchard with theory sessions via Zoom
Ending the tree planting season with a flourish
And that’s a wrap! Our busiest tree planting season has come to an end with a brilliant community planting session at Bevendean Crescent. Winter 2021/22 has seen us plant 138 new fruit and nut trees across Brighton & Hove, Peacehaven and Adur & Worthing. We have been lucky to work with a range of funders…
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Wednesday 19 January 2022 saw us working with the volunteers of Saunders Park led by Rosie Lindfield, who provide the people power behind the incredible, edible, award winning community garden supported by Brighton & Hove Food Partnership. The task for the day: to add 8 gorgeous fruit trees to the existing community orchard adjacent to…
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