All Research & Development articles – Page 101
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ArticleRiverford hosts first-ever plastic debate
Founder Guy Singh-Watson was joined by plastic campaign groups and packaging experts to discuss long-term impact of plastic revolution
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ArticleUK online grocery ‘to grow nine per cent in five years’
Growth of ecommerce channel across the world is being driven by evolving shopper expectations and tech innovations, says IGD
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ArticleNunhems puts innovation centre stage at FA
Living Lettuce trio, Kisy watermelon and Minigustos snacking cucumber among the products showcased
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ArticleScientists call on EU to change GMO directive
Leading universities and institutions are seeking an "urgent review" of current GMO regulations following the ECJ gene-editing ruling
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ArticleHonduran hopes
Pacific Produce commercial director Ian Crispin tells Ed Leahy about his Honduran sweet potato exports to the UK, which offer a high-quality alternative to the dominance of US produce
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ArticleRetailers flex their specs on potatoes
Supermarkets have relaxed their specifications on potatoes to help suppliers through a challenging season, but yields are down significantly and access to irrigation has proved crucial
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ArticleBarnsby apple tests get thumbs up
The variety has been turning out 'exciting results' during testing in the EU
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ArticleHydroponics startup gets funding boost
Aberystwyth-based Phytoponics scales up and eyes retail contracts after patented technology receives $650,000 in funding
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Article"Robo-dog" will carry fruit on its back
The new design from React Robotics can carry fruit to the packhouse from the field saving on precious labour time
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ArticleFargro launches new ‘flexible’ finance division
Service will support horticultural growers with loans that take crop cycles into account
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ArticleNFU calls for Budget measures to ease Brexit pain
Union calls for reform of capital allowances, tax relief on depreciation of farm infrastructure and capital allowances for early tech adoption
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ArticleRavenhill launches tangerine boxes at Ocado
Poupart’s deluxe produce brand launches 750g Christmas box designed to feed a whole family
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ArticleRijk Zwaan continues R&D push
Seed company sees slight drop in revenue and profit, while expanding research, breeding and production facilities
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ArticleOrchardWorld launches citrus boxes at Ocado
New product pitched as cheap and convenient way to garnish your Christmas drinks
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ArticleOrganics shown to lower cancer risk
Cancer diagnosis is 25 per cent lower among organic consumers, according to research led by the Sorbonne University in Paris
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ArticleJack’s supports local charities with store openings
New openings near Chester and Birmingham see Tesco discounter invite community groups to apply for funding
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ArticleFareShare ‘saves UK economy £51m’
Charity already delivers huge savings to charities and state, and ‘up to £500m’ could be saved if half of UK’s surpluses were redistributed
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ArticleSoil Association targets purchase frequency boost
Only 4.4 million shoppers dominate organic sales in UK, with certification body challenging suppliers to get other shoppers buying more often
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ArticleThames freight on the rise as ‘Vision’ strategy bears fruit
Freight volume surges thanks to Thames Vision strategy to maximise use of the river and take lorries off the road in London and South East
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ArticleJupiter lands best company award
Fruit supplier picks up Food & Drink Award from luxury lifestyle magazine Lux Life following year of rapid growth and varietal breakthroughs