All Research & Development articles – Page 2
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NewsCitrosol hosts postharvest and tech innovation conference in Almería
Event explored the challenges and solutions related to food safety, disinfection, water management and shelf-life
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NewsInnovar introduces CIV strawberry genetics to New Zealand market
Freshmax Group’s commercial IP development arm extends partnership with Italian breeder
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NewsMilestone gene-editing legislation comes into force in England
England becomes first country in Europe to legalise the development of gene-edited and other precision-bred plants, with potential benefits in terms of disease resistance and yield
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NewsEU drafts stricter MRLs for various pesticides
A draft regulation by the European Commission proposes to reduce the maximum residue levels on a number of pesticides including diazinon and fenarimol
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NewsFuture of tomatoes in the spotlight in Malaga
Tomato experts gathered in the Spanish city of Malaga this week for Fruitnet Tomato Congress, a two-day event highlighting the big future challenges facing the category, as well as the opportunities and solutions for businesses
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NewsBayer remains on track after third quarter results
The Bayer Group reported third quarter sales of €9.66bn, with its agricultural business showing resilience despite challenging market conditions, as the company maintains confidence in delivering its upgraded 2025 guidance
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NewsFavco QLD introduces new mango variety Ruby Gold to Australian market
Commercial volumes to hit Australian shelves for the first time from late November
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NewsBASF targets Frankfurt listing for Agricultural Solutions IPO
German group has announced plans to list its Agricultural Solutions division on the Frankfurt stock exchange as part of its strategy to create an independent agricultural company while maintaining majority ownership
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CommentComment: British farming must transition to regen without delay
James Young of McCain Foods GB calls for cross-sector collaboration and government support to facilitate swift transition to regenerative farming
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NewsRijk Zwaan grows sales 9 per cent to €684mn in centenary year
Dutch vegetable seed specialist Rijk Zwaan has reported 9 per cent sales growth to €684mn in its 2024/25 financial year, with expansion across virtually all regions and crops despite lower net profit
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NewsAgroFresh announces imaging and orchard analytics partnerships with Aerobotics and Neolithics
Collaborations enhance AgroFresh’s FreshCloud platform, delivering more insights for growers
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NewsFruitnet Tomato Congress looks to the future of tomatoes
On 11-12 November in Malaga, Spain, essential event focuses on how the fresh tomato business can cope with future challenges like climate change, labour challenges, and evolving consumer demand
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NewsFresh Produce Safety Centre launches revised fundamental guidelines
Fundamental guidelines are accompanied by food safety quick guides for day-to-day use by growers and team members
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NewsNew research to deliver key soil health indicators
ORC-led project aims to give farmers and growers better knowledge to manage their soils
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FeaturesIrrigation costs ’making UK potato growers question the future’
Fred Searle speaks to Greens of Soham MD William Shakeshaft to hear about the main challenges and opportunities for the Cambridgeshire-based potato producer, from water security to sustainable technologies
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NewsNew breakthrough in management of HLB
China-based research team has developed an eco-biological control approach to combatting citrus disease
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NewsCollaboration on LED optimisation benefits tomatoes
Duijvestijn, Ledgnd and Gavita International’s continued collaboration on LED optimisation shows what can happen when a grower, a lighting supplier and a data platform work together
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NewsSoil ‘memory’ can help plants respond to drought
So-called ‘microbial legacies’ could help scientists design more resilient farming systems
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NewsInnovar partners to develop Procado avocado rootstock IP worldwide
Australian-bred proprietary rootstock offers the potential for significant improvements in yield, tree habit and Phytophthora resistance
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NewsKiwifruit drives New Zealand’s fruit export growth
Fresh fruit exports generated NZ$5.68bn FOB in 2025, up 42 per cent on 2024 results