All Research & Development articles – Page 5
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NewsLonger potato rotations boost yields and disease resistance
British growers are benefiting from longer potato-based rotations that help improve economic performance and reduce disease pressure, finds new report from GB Potatoes
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NewsChilean firm mulls potential of year-round blueberry production
SQM’s trial seeks to grow the fruit in the Atacama Desert using adapted varieties, advanced irrigation and precision fertigation
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NewsGreen Motion showcases new generation of avocados and rootstocks in Peru
GMA shared data on the field performance of its three upcoming Hass-type variety selections that will soon be launched on the market
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NewsSainsbury’s AVA Magnum strawberries from ASF prevail in Telegraph taste test
Berries supplied by Angus Soft Fruits praised for dark colour and rich flavour in well-established quality assessment
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NewsMcCain celebrates 2026 graduates of internal training programme
UK’s largest frozen potato producer celebrated the graduation of 18 apprentices from its Manufacturing Academy on 3 July
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NewsMetagen releases new version of its advanced soil testing platform
Third platform version offers DNA insights with a simplified, traffic-light scoring system providing actionable recommendations
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NewsBeans, lentils and peas may help future-proof farms, new study suggests
Edible legumes may have a role in helping farms defend against future challenges posed by climate change
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NewsSerbia emerges as a promising new fresh berry source
A GPG visit to berry production sites sees growers embracing premium fresh-market programmes, new genetics and climate-adaptive systems.
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PodcastsHort Connections highlights and MOYA finalists on marketing success
Plus conversations with exhibitors Fresh Markets Australia, Detpak and Viscount
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NewsFreshcare nears culmination of FSQ5 journey
New standards developed after significant review and built for industry by industry
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NewsGovernment environmental scheme opens for direct applications
Environment secretary Emma Reynolds has confirmed new access to the £50mn Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier for woodland or agroforestry agreements
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NewsBritish Growers launches new partnership scheme
Organisations from legal, agri-tech, finance and food redistribution sectors can join the new scheme, designed to offer year-round benefits to grower members
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NewsRijk Zwaan opens new South Korean subsidiary
Rijk Zwaan Korea officially became operational on 1 July, as the breeding specialist looks to capitalise on growing demand for premium vegetables
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NewsEgypt’s Pico navigates evolving grape landscape
As warming climate changes production seasons and influences consumer purchases, supplier says adaptability is key
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CommentComment: Are fruit and veg breeders ready to enter the NGT maze?
Horticultural IP specalist Darron Saltzman reflects on the EU Parliament’s decision to approve a new legal status for gene editing
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NewsNew market for broccoli surplus cuts harvest costs
East of Scotland Growers is partnering with food tech company Upcycled Plant Power to supply broccoli waste into ingredients, protein and fibre
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NewsEFC partners with Malus to scout new apple and pear varieties
Belgium-based variety management company forms strategic partnership with variety specialist and appoints its owner as global variety scout
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NewsAgroBerries Group announces strategic expansion into Laos
AgroBerries is entering Asia through a joint venture in Laos, partnering with Mekong Blue to grow Mountain Blue Orchards blueberry varieties
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NewsFarming Roadmap sets out government vision for agriculture
Seasonal worker visas guaranteed until 2030, a stronger role for co-operatives and extending fair dealing regs to fresh produce are among government plans for farming
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NewsFruiterers set to explore future of fruit at new conference
Event at NIAB on 25 November delves into cutting-edge research and commercial opportunities for fresh produce sector