All Research & Development articles – Page 113
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ArticleGene find could herald disease resistance
Scientists at University of Edinburgh identify a gene in the common cress plant that helps fight infection
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ArticleGrant great for grapefruit growers
Florida grapefruit industry gets a boost in the shape of four white-mesh screenhouses thanks to a US$3.5m grant
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ArticleFlorette to launch new ‘lunch bowls’
Three new food-to-go salads set to hit stores in January amid rising demand for healthy, convenient and filling lunch options
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ArticleA third of Brits now flexitarian or veggie
Waitrose survey reveals big rise in low-meat diets across the country as customers become increasingly mindful of provenance
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ArticleNatoora promotes seasonality with new store concept
High-end fresh produce retailer opens new London store that encourages shoppers to follow the seasons and take an interest in provenance
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ArticleSoft-fruit glasshouses to get energy support
AHDB's GrowSave programme will expand to include soft-fruit production in the face of current challenges
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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