All Research & Development articles – Page 114
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ArticleNew varieties on show from CIV
The Italian growers’ consortium says the varieties best meet consumer tastes and protect the environment
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ArticleScientists seek clarity on gene-editing after Brexit
An open letter signed by 33 members of the agri-tech sector is seeking a new way forward on gene-editing as Britain leaves the EU
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ArticleNew "easy-peel" avocado on trial at Tesco
The EasyAvo is a hybrid of several varieties developed by South African producer Westfalia Fruit
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ArticleSuppliers ‘considering paper potato bags’
Leading bagging machinery manufacturer says several suppliers may be interested in adopting compostable packaging used in northern Europe
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ArticleEntries open for school farm comp
NFU competition sets schools a choice of three design challenges, with winning school being ‘turned into a farm for the day’
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ArticleNew Covent Garden boosts turnover
London wholesale market sees total turnover rise six per cent thanks to “buoyant” independent foodservice sector
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VideoNew trends in product development
Asia Fruit Logistica: Hanano Sasaki of Tokita Seeds talks about the group's commitment to producing new and better products
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Article‘Plastic waste to trump price’ as main concern
Consumers in YouGov survey say plastic waste will be their number one issue in next ten years
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ArticleThese berries "yield like the Dickens"
A new strawberry variety from the US has been named after one of Britain's most prolific authors
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VideoJupiter jumps on new opportunities
Asia Fruit Logistica: MD Mark Tweddle explains how new grape varieties could make a difference in new markets
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ArticleAgrovista partners with Carbon Gold as UK distributor
Agronomy and crop protection firm will distribute Carbon Gold’s enriched biochar products in England, Scotland and Wales
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ArticlePink Lady lands healthy snacking award
Branded variety recognised for taste, texture and quality in snacking category at Healthy Food Guide's Best of Health Awards
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ArticleUniversities take fight to world hunger
'A5' agri-universities will collaborate on education and research with long-term aim of eradicating global hunger by 2030
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ArticlePotato shortage 'forcing UK grocers to evolve'
Impact of reduced plantings will be balanced against falling demand and relaxed specifications at several retailers, says data analyst
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ArticleAutomation boosts efficiency and choice at Riverford
New automation at Devon headquarters saves each delivery driver an hour a day thanks to improved warehouse efficiency
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ArticleAustralia should mimic Dutch success
Australia has 249 times more productive land than the Netherlands, which is the world’s second-largest food exporter
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ArticleTwo strands of thought
A major blow for gene editing in Europe, the European Court of Justice’s recent ruling on CRISPR technology casts doubt on its potential for commercial use, provoking anger and applause from two fiercely opposing camps
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ArticleUK shoppers slow to adopt e-commerce tech
Consumers reluctant to use wifi, QR codes, mobile shopping lists and social media in store despite rising demand for convenience
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ArticleCompac gets out in the field
Group launches Field Research Unit to help study fresh produce industry challenges
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ArticleWeather cuts plum season short by a month
Orchard expert says growers have had all the right conditions, just not in the right order