All Research & Development articles – Page 15
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NewsNew mapping technology supports Australian biosecurity responses
Initiative allows first responders and authorities to utilise grower location data to quickly plan protection zones in the event of a pest or disease incursion
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AnalysisFruit Logistica: New fruits and vegetables by design – part 1
The first of a two-part session on the Fresh Produce Forum stage discussed new breeding techniques and technology
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NewsNew Zealand hosts Indian kiwifruit development delegation
Delegation from Nagaland visits Zespri operations as part of efforts to develop Indian kiwifruit production
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NewsWalnuts for breakfast ‘could improve brain function’ in young adults
University of Reading study paints positive picture of benefits of walnuts
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NewsBiosecurity NZ investigates after second Auckland fruit fly found
KVH alerts New Zealand’s kiwifruit industry to second trap find in Auckland suburbs since start of year
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NewsAustralian horticulture production value reaches A$17bn
Annual Horticulture Statistics Handbook shows total production value up 4.3 per cent year-on-year
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NewsHort Innovation R&D programme a multi-billion-dollar boost for Australian growers, vegetable consumption and health
By increasing vegetable consumption the programmeme will deliver a wide range of benefits to industry and community
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NewsDelphy’s new division targets growth in North America
Washington-based consultancy Delphy AgAdvisory to offer expertise and assistance to region’s agriculture businesses
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NewsPrevar backs New Zealand’s proposed Gene Technology Bill
Leading apple and pear development organisation says New Zealand’s NZ$1bn export industry could be at risk if the Bill does not proceed
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NewsBASF launches precision farming tool for fresh produce
The ‘Xarvio Field Manager for Fruits & Veggies’ will first be made available to grape growers in 2025, following BASF’s acquisition of Italian agritech firm Horta in 2022
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News£500k Innovate UK grant to create Agri-Robotics Regulatory Network
Development of robotic solutions is seen as key for the future of UK horticulture
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NewsStacked Farm breaks ground on Melbourne indoor vertical farm
New 10,000m², fully automated, climate-controlled facility will produce 3.4mn kilograms of product
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NewsThe Greenery wins new EU funding after subsidy break
Company had opted not to apply for subsidies after 2016, but recently rejoined a scheme managed by Dutch body RVO
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NewsHoogstraten to stage fifth International Strawberry Congress
The Belgian city of Antwerp will once again host the International Strawberry Congress this September, with organisers Hoogstraten promising a “blend of commerce and science”
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NewsBloss apple scoops top Superior Taste Award
New Dutch apple variety wins prestigious taste award at International Taste Institute
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NewsVentureFruit negotiates exclusive deal for Mt Erin Group following cyclone devastation
Agreement sees Mt Erin Group manage the growing, sales and distribution for new apple variety ‘MAC12’
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NewsBranston adds prepared options to Nanna Tate potato brand
Additional range includes chips, roast potatoes and mash recipes designed to “add unique twist to classic dishes”
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NewsNergi kiwi berry marks 20 years with new-look logo
Two decades ago, the kiwi berry was completely unknown to European consumers, but Nergi’s positioning as a healthy snackable fruit alongside the berry category has aided the brand’s rise to success
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News‘Silicon Valley’ of lettuce opens its doors
Murcia’s Campo de Cartagena becomes epicentre of innovation from international seed companies
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NewsCauliflower trials bring brassica category together in Cornwall
Brassica growers, agronomists, packers and breeders head down to southwest UK for annual cauliflower trials that have been run by the Duchy College for 32 years