All Research & Development articles – Page 3
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First skin-transplant potato obtains plant breeders’ rights
New variety is developed using KeyGene’s proprietary 2S1 technique for creating graft hybrids
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Research points to positive effect of Poly4 on soil health
Anglo American and Biome Makers have formed a collaboration to assess the impact of low-carbon fertiliser Poly4 on the soil microbiome
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Dutch experts explore India’s greenhouse potential
Market demand for premium crops including berries, tomatoes, peppers and salads is said to be increasing
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Egypt and Jordan on the rise in premium strawberries
January’s showcase of premium UC Davis cultivars demonstrates the growing influence of Egypt and Jordan in strawberry production, according to Global Plant Genetics
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Three Italian apple suppliers form new association
Alpoma APO brings together Vog, Vip, and Vog Products, who together will focus on R&D, sustainability and new commercial projects
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Report identifies new revenue from crop waste
A new report from Growing Kent & Medway highlights the untapped potential of waste from horticultural crops
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Fruit breeder CIV names new general manager
Former commercial director Federico Stanzani takes on lead role as consortium targets future growth
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Rooted in innovation: Macfrut 2025 unites science and agriculture
The International Potato Symposium and the International Symposium on Biotechnological Tools in Horticulture are among the highlights of Macfrut’s 42nd edition
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Oppy and G&M Farms collaborate on new berry options
Group says partnership links genetics with marketing expertise to present a new world of exotic berry flavours
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Genesis Fresh and TEO launch premium mandarins
Groups say the introduction of Havva and Sigal marks the next chapter of the Volcani Project and extends the Orri mandarin campaign
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Vertical farm giant Plenty files for bankruptcy
Bezos-backed vertical farm company, which recently partnered with Driscoll’s, secures bridging loan as restructuring begins
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Sakata gets closer to the customer
Matthieu Maxant, chief operating officer at Sakata Vegetables Europe, outlines how the seed company’s customer-centric approach is driving its innovative breeding programmes
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Hort Frontiers launches mentoring programme
Australian-Grown Innovation is designed to support Australia’s horticulture supply chain develop of commercially viable products and services
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Sassy apples hit South African shelves
New Zealand-developed variety is lighting up South African stores as consumers are introduced to the apple’s ‘new zing’
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Bayer Crop Science appoints new R&D head
Mike Graham will succeed Robert Reiter, who is retiring after 27 years with the company
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IFPA releases supply chain white paper
Association says its paper ”catalyses unprecedented collaboration” to transform fresh produce supply chains
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Zespri approves red-fleshed kiwifruit commercialisation in Italy
Approval comes as initial guidance for the 2025/26 season forecasts strong returns for growers
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Agristar, Semillas Fitó form strategic alliance in Brazil
New collaboration seeks to promote the development of varieties of key crops for the Brazilian market
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New association aims to grow Ukraine’s blueberry exports
Companies representing around 20 per cent of country’s production have formed a new organisation to develop the industry’s commercial interests
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Features
Berry business bursting with potential
Fruitnet Berry Congress hears how there’s plenty of room for growth in the category – but better marketing is key