All Research & Development articles – Page 15
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NewsNon-browning bananas given green light for March debut
Biotech group Tropic says it is ready to roll out gene-edited bananas that don’t go brown, as well as others with extended shelf-life
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NewsEnza Zaden showcases HREZ portfolio at Innovation Demo Centre
Pijnacker facility is home to around 300 tomato varieties
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AnalysisFruit Logistica: New fruits and vegetables by design – part 2
The second of a two-part session on the Fresh Produce Forum stage looked at what must be done to match the expectations of retailers, consumers and policymakers
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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”