S. Thorogood & Sons

S. Thorogood & Sons High-quality produce only from trusted, known and respected growers. Operating throughout London since 1922.

Tonight we find out.S. Thorogood & Sons is a finalist for Fruit and Veg Wholesaler of the Year at the FPC Fresh Awards 2...
25/09/2026

Tonight we find out.

S. Thorogood & Sons is a finalist for Fruit and Veg Wholesaler of the Year at the FPC Fresh Awards 2026 - one of the most respected nights in the fresh produce industry, held this evening at Grosvenor House on Park Lane.

The category recognises the best in British wholesale produce supply. For a business that has been doing exactly this since 1922, it means a great deal to be shortlisted.

And it is a group night. Our sister brand Rushton's the Chefs' Greengrocer is also a finalist - for Foodservice Supplier of the Year and Sustainability Excellence - Supply Chain. Three nominations across the group, all reflecting work we are genuinely proud of.

We will report back later tonight.

As August draws to a close, there's a shift in the air, and in the fields. After one of the most testing growing seasons...
03/09/2026

As August draws to a close, there's a shift in the air, and in the fields. After one of the most testing growing seasons in recent memory, repeated heatwaves, prolonged drought and real pressure on crops from brassicas to soft fruit to potatoes, British produce is finally starting to turn towards autumn.

British apples and pears are approaching harvest, one of the most reliable signs that the season is changing. Brassicas, having had such a difficult few months, should start to find a steadier rhythm again as temperatures ease. It won't be an instant recovery, some of the pressures we've written about this summer will continue to be felt for weeks yet, but there's a genuine sense of turning a corner.

Throughout it all, our growers have adapted wherever they could, adjusting irrigation, shifting harvest timings, and showing the kind of resilience that has always defined British farming, tested this year more than most.

We're genuinely excited for what autumn has in store, and for continuing to work closely with the growers who've got us through such a challenging season.

From Bedlam Farms Organic in the Cambridgeshire Fens, run by the Martin family with over two decades of certified organi...
01/09/2026

From Bedlam Farms Organic in the Cambridgeshire Fens, run by the Martin family with over two decades of certified organic growing behind them, patty pan squash brings a delicate, slightly nutty flavour and that distinctive scalloped shape that makes for genuinely striking plating. Tender enough to roast whole or slice for a quick sauté, it's a versatile addition to any autumn menu, grown with the same care and conviction that defines everything Bedlam produce.

An early look at the new potato season: based on what our growers are telling us from initial field digs, this looks set...
27/08/2026

An early look at the new potato season: based on what our growers are telling us from initial field digs, this looks set to be a considerably higher-priced season than we've seen in recent years, driven by this year's drought and extreme heat.

We'd rather flag this early than let it come as a surprise. If potatoes feature heavily on your menu or offer, it's worth having an early conversation with your account contact about volumes and timing.

Grown by British farmers who take real pride in their craft, our corn in husks delivers that classic sweetness and bite ...
25/08/2026

Grown by British farmers who take real pride in their craft, our corn in husks delivers that classic sweetness and bite that only properly ripened, locally grown corn can offer. Kept in the husk right up until it's needed, this approach helps preserve moisture and flavour, giving kitchens a genuinely superior product compared to pre-shucked alternatives. A late summer favourite worth shouting about.

The ongoing debate around the UK-EU trade "reset" matters more than it might first appear, particularly for fresh produc...
20/08/2026

The ongoing debate around the UK-EU trade "reset" matters more than it might first appear, particularly for fresh produce. Unlike most goods, fruit and vegetables have a shelf life measured in days, so any additional friction at the border has a direct knock-on effect on what actually arrives, and when.

We're watching this closely and staying in close contact with our importers and industry bodies, so we can keep our customers informed of anything likely to affect availability or lead times as the picture develops.

British Victoria plums are among the most prized dessert plums grown in the UK, recognised by their golden yellow skin b...
19/08/2026

British Victoria plums are among the most prized dessert plums grown in the UK, recognised by their golden yellow skin blushed with red and their honeyed, richly sweet flesh. First cultivated in the 19th century, the variety remains a benchmark for flavour and reliability, eaten fresh as a simple dessert fruit or cooked down into jams, crumbles and compotes where their natural sugars concentrate beautifully. A genuine British classic, available for a limited season each year.

Come and find us at the market, or place your order to get these in.

There are few things as quintessentially British as a proper pea season, and ours are grown with genuine care by trusted...
18/08/2026

There are few things as quintessentially British as a proper pea season, and ours are grown with genuine care by trusted British growers who understand exactly when to pick for peak sweetness. Fresh, tender and full of that unmistakable garden-fresh flavour, these peas are a world away from anything frozen or imported, best enjoyed as simply as possible to let their natural sweetness shine.

Red cabbage is the latest crop to feel the strain of this year's exceptional heat and dry weather, with growers telling ...
13/08/2026

Red cabbage is the latest crop to feel the strain of this year's exceptional heat and dry weather, with growers telling us short supply is likely to continue for several weeks. It's a pattern we've seen across the brassica family this season, and while sizing and appearance may vary more than usual, flavour and quality remain unaffected.

We're working closely with our growers to understand what's genuinely coming through week to week, and happy to talk through suitable alternatives where red cabbage itself is tight. As always, early ordering and open conversation with your account contact is the best way through a season like this one.

New Covent Garden Market has just passed a milestone half a century in the making, surpassing £1 billion in combined tra...
06/08/2026

New Covent Garden Market has just passed a milestone half a century in the making, surpassing £1 billion in combined trader turnover for the first time, up 15.5% year on year to £1.079bn, according to the latest figures from the Covent Garden Market Authority.

As the UK's largest wholesale fruit, vegetable and flower market, supplying over 40% of London's restaurants, hotels and caterers, this milestone speaks to the enduring strength of proper wholesale trading, built on relationships and reliability that simply can't be replicated online.

As a long-standing trader at New Covent Garden Market, we're proud to have played our part in this story, and even prouder to keep writing the next chapter.

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