Episode 4 : Easy Pickings

This week on Common Ground, we're celebrating the rewards of the season — harvest time!

From tomatoes and beans to courgettes and cucumbers, we're digging into the best ways to pick your crops at their peak and keep them tasting great for longer. We'll chat about tried-and-tested methods for preserving your harvest — from freezing and drying to pickling and fermenting — so nothing goes to waste.

We're also joined by a friend of the farm who's turned seasonal gluts into delicious preserves, proving that a bumper crop is just the beginning of the story.

So whether your veg patch is overflowing or you're just curious about making the most of what you grow, this episode is packed with tips to help you savour the season.