All Research & Development articles – Page 216
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ArticleTears shed over GM onion trial
A genetically modified onion trial will go ahead in New Zealand, but the technology is getting mixed responses in Australasia
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ArticlePlant and Food Research born
The merger of New Zealand’s two food research bodies into the new Plant and Food Research took effect today
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ArticleInnovation with a human face
While the fresh produce supply chain has enjoyed improvements, innovation is rarely found in supermarkets' fruit and vegetable aisles
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New name for NZ research body
New Zealand’s new combined research institute will trade as Plant and Food Research
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ArticleAustralia steps up fruit fly effort
The government has drawn up a proposal for tackling the pest, while also providing A$1m to help protect farmers
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ArticleRural reforms hold key to China’s growth
A change in the way rural residents can manage their land could spur development in the Chinese agricultural industry
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US enjoys farmers' market growth
The number of farmers’ markets in the US has grown from an estimated 600 in 1976 to almost 4,700 in 2008.
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ArticlePears take Cheeky stance
Researchers in South Africa have developed a new blush pear that could be on the market in small commercial volumes by 2014.
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Biofuels report calls for business framework
Global management consultancy Arthur D. Little has produced a new report, 'What future for biofuels?', that sets out how businesses in the biofuels sector can begin to assess the future pressures they might face - and how they can drive technological innovation and investment in a sustainable and profitable way.
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Fall in sales could benefit firms, says Plimsoll
A fall in sales could actually prove positive for many fresh produce companies, according to the latest report from industry analyst Plimsoll Publishing.
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EEDA looks to future
A regional conference entitled ‘Growing our future food’ took place on November 13, to drive forward global issues around the security of food supply and examine what more can be done to safeguard food production in the future.
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De Ruiter Seeds appoints new md
Gianni Bernardotto, vice-president of marketing & sales at De Ruiter Seeds, will take the reins as managing director on December 1.
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ArticleRed grapes help lower blood pressure
It has been found that red grapes decrease blood pressure and cholesterol levels, thereby decreasing the associated risk of heart disease, scientists at Madrid University have revealed.
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ArticleNunhems releases new leek varieties
"Next generation" in leeks set to offer better uniformity, storage times and resistance to pests and disease, says company
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ArticleInnovation focus at Fruit Logistica
The annual award that recognises outstanding innovation in the fresh produce industry is back for Fruit Logistica 2009
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ArticleNunhems to invest US$20m in US expansion
The firm's Idaho facility is to be revamped as carrot and onion seed business flourishes
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New biofertiliser from coconuts
A biofertiliser made of coconut water has been developed in the Philippines
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Philippine scientists develop GM produce
Scientists in the Philippines are working on GM varieties of late-ripening papaya and disease-resistant eggplant
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ArticlePeru to host global asparagus symposium
Last held in the Netherlands, the event, set to take place next year, will bring together scientists and technicians to share advances in crop research and marketing
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Writtle students receive prestigious scholarship
This year Marshal Papworth Scholarships have been awarded to three Writtle College students on the MSc International Horticulture course.