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Staples Vegetables Ltd — what kind of farm, conditions, how to get in (2026)

Verified: 2026-06-11

In short

Major brassica supplier to leading British supermarkets. Financially stable, no scandals; detailed data on seasonal worker conditions not available in open sources.

In numbers
>1,000
seasonal workers
per year
Lincolnshire / Isle of Wight / Suffolk
region
United Kingdom
broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, kale
crops
harvest season
year-round (key periods March–November)
season
working months

How to get onto the farm Staples Vegetables Ltd

Operator not disclosed

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The operator chooses the farm, not you — but it helps to know where you can end up. Apply through one of the operators — they will allocate you to farms depending on demand.
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Housing and livingLiving conditions, amenities

Accommodation provided (company data); details not published

Your passport must stay with you. If anyone takes your passport, that is a criminal offence (Modern Slavery Act 2015). Call: Modern Slavery Helpline 08000 121 700 (free, 24/7).

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Pay and piece rateHourly rate, piece rate, net earnings

not published

More about pay on the farm: first steps and your rights on the farm.

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Scale and cropsFarm size, what they grow, production volume
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Seasonal workers>1,000
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RegionLincolnshire / Isle of Wight / Suffolk
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What to pickbroccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, kale
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Seasonyear-round (key periods March–November)
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Sites4 BRC-certified sites: Lincolnshire, Isle of Wight, Suffolk; Seasonal workers: >1,000 positions (permanent + seasonal)
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Outputnot published
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Areanot published

Positive signals

  • Waitrose Collaborative Training Partnership — premium retail supplier
  • Turnover £170.8 million (year ending April 2024, FreshPlaza / InsiderMedia)
  • No violations found in open sources

Frequently asked questions

Can I choose the farm Staples Vegetables Ltd?

No — the specific farm is assigned by the Seasonal Worker Scheme operator. You apply through an operator, and they place you on farms based on available spots and your profile. Knowing which operators work with Staples Vegetables Ltd is useful: apply through them.

How much do they pay on the farm Staples Vegetables Ltd?

not published

When is the season on Staples Vegetables Ltd?

Season: year-round (key periods March–November). Crops: broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, kale. Check exact dates and availability with the operator when you apply.

Which operators work with Staples Vegetables Ltd?

Check exact operator details for this farm on operator websites or through the operator directory.