All Research & Development articles – Page 26
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News‘Women are shaping future of farming’, says ASF breeding programme director
Lucy Wilkins of Angus Soft Fruits reflects on the challenges and opportunities for women in horticulture ahead of International Women’s Day
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NewsStellar line-up for Fresh Produce India
India’s premier business event is back in Mumbai on 3-4 April with an exciting line-up of top speakers, unique experiences and first-rate networking opportunities
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FeaturesFruitnet Tomato Congress looks ahead to 2030
Fruitnet Tomato Congress takes place in Malaga, Spain, on 11-12 November 2025, with a focus on the future of the tomato business, examining the category’s continuing response to the changing climate, labour issues and evolving consumer demands
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NewsSyngenta boosts biological solutions portfolio
New R&D capacity will help farmers move towards more sustainable practices
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NewsScientific breakthrough could mean more drought-resistant crops
University of Nottingham study focuses on the traits that drive plant leaf growth
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PromotionComing soon: Produce Plus Autumn
Produce Plus Autumn talks technology, apples, pears, grapes, tomatoes, and seeds & crop care.
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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