All Research & Development articles – Page 152
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ArticleBanana waste a potent source of energy, says study
Research in Ecuador reveals power of harnessing the energy of waste from banana production
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ArticleIdyl launches Maghreb Palm Biotechnologies
The Franco-Moroccan producer has created a start-up, Maghreb Palm Biotechnologies, to strengthen its position in the farming sector
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ArticleJazz strikes chord with Swiss public
Consumers polled during retail show BEA picked out the variety as their favourite, followed by Braeburn and Pink Lady
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ArticleMango superfruit status probed
NMB says there is a growing body of evidence that regular consumption can protect against major illnesses
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ArticleMajor report finds GM 'does not harm' humans
There is also no evidence that GM crops boost yields, or harm the environment, the new study has said
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ArticleChilean raspberries heading for Spain
Breeder signs historic deal with major soft fruit producer in Huelva
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ArticlePlant & Food delves into berry benefits
Collaboration with North Carolina Research Campus in the US aims to hasten delivery of commercial opportunities for berries
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ArticleNew biosecurity plans for Australia
Plant Health Australia has announced new biosecurity plays for the pineapple, tomato, blueberry and tree nuts industries
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ArticleSniffing out ripeness – who nose?
University of Leicester claims its scientists have discovered a way to effectively 'smell' the ripeness of mangoes
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ArticleDipping 'may prevent CBS development'
Dipping fruit after harvest with hot water and essential oil may reduce development of black spot lesions per fruit by up to 50 per cent
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ArticleNew citrus group to defend EU interests
Committee unites representatives from France, Italy and Spain to tackle challenges including citrus black spot
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ArticleNew strawberry shows early promise
Developed by Italian breeder CIV, trial production of the Flavia variety is due to begin in Spain next year
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ArticleOptifreeze delivers frozen revolution
Ground-breaking technology allows fruits and vegetables to be frozen and thawed with no loss of quality
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ArticleUC Davis strawberry programme under attack
California breeding company claims statewide breeding programme has been decimated by UC Davis
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ArticleGrapes help counter high fat diets
Positive effects on fat metabolism and gut bacteria observed in new studies
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ArticleChilenut braces for bumpy ride
Increased competition and production issues will make for a challenging 2016 season, delegates at Exponut told
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ArticleLatin America well placed to feed growing population
New report suggests region will play an increasingly important role in global food production
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ArticleRe:inc shows off new varieties
Leading international growers and marketers have attended a new apple and pear variety tasting in South Africa
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ArticleSpace race helps horticulture
The link between horticulture and space exploration is stronger than you think, says astrophysicist, journalist and broadcaster Sarah Cruddas
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ArticleResearch project to boost tree fruit production
Technological advances are being used to provide a number of Australian tree fruit industries with a better understanding of their crops