Is Abel & Cole the best organic veg delivery?

[berri]

I've just looked on their website and noticed that they do a baby box which would be handy for my 7mo ds - any reviews? Or are there other cheaper organic companies which you'd recommend?

I think Riverford is cheaper - we've used them for two years and are v pleased with them.

I've only ever used 1 company which is a local one based 6 miles up the road

I pay £9.50 for a small box which lasts me and DP and the dds (5 and 2) the week

I like the fact that I am supporting local business and local farmers (all produce is sourced at county level only)

didn't think abel & cole were great, they had some slightly manky produce. But they are good for a free trial or two, some vouchers floating about if you google for them.

I have tried Able & Cole, but find that Riverford are far better.

I think Able & Cole are good if you are just starting out with a veg box as you can be quite picky as to what veg you want to exclude, you can even exclude stuff just for one week.

However I found I didn't get much for my money and the food didn't last. I switched to what is now 'Boxfreshorganics' and the equivalent box cost me less but had more in it.

I used Abel & Cole for several months and found that their veg was not at all fresh and went mouldy in less than a week, things like carrots etc.

I now use Riverford and the quality is great.

Ok will give Riverford a look - thanks for your replies.

IME Abel & Cole stuff wasn't up to much. All the veg was very squashed up, the mushrooms were always old and mushed and it just wasn't that nice.

Riverford are cheaper and the boxes seem to be packed more carefully, and the veg fresher.

We use a local one in Essex - Sunrise Organics. Agree with bernard about supporting local farmers.

We also use a local one - COFCO (S Cambs).

Oh this is disappointing to read, just got my first Abel & Cole box, it all looks good but we'll see if it keeps I guess...

We have used Abel and Cole and been completely happy with them. The veg lasts ages as we don't always use it up in the week. I also like the fact that you can be picky about what you have.

I have used Abel and Cole for about 2 years and have always been happy with the produce, although I agree that veg like carrots needs putting in the fridge otherwise it goes soft and wrinkly in a couple of days. I have also been impressed with the response of the customer services team.

However, I have not tried any of the competitors so I couldn't say if they were better or not.

I have a small mixed box.