As extreme weather threatens traditional harvests, Ribena's owner is investing £200,000 to develop tougher blackcurrant varieties that can withstand the unpredictable conditions now battering British farms.

Recent years have been brutal for UK blackcurrant growers, with wet winters, spring frosts, hail, and intense heatwaves devastating crops. Rather than accept these losses as inevitable, the company is backing agricultural innovation to ensure the iconic British drink survives climate volatility. This proactive approach signals how forward-thinking businesses are adapting to environmental pressures by investing in resilience at the source. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: When climate disrupts supply chains, the smartest companies don't retreat—they innovate.