All Research & Development articles – Page 79
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Rijk Zwaan's high-wire act
Global growth in high-wire cucumber production has led to an increased focus on development
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Biobest offers pollination aid
Biobest’s Multi-Hives can keep bumblebees safe from extreme cold and heat, making them ideal for pollinating covered cherry crops
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Matsui and Nanto join JVS
Japan Vegetable Seeds continues to grow as Matsui and Nanto become part of the joint venture
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Planasa names David Ortiz as MD for EMEA
Ortiz, who has more than 20 years of experience in the sector, will develop company’s strategy for the region
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BASF has high hopes for summer cucumber
In trials, SEpalin produced high yields, higher average fruit weight and good uniformity
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Smart packaging ‘enhances food safety and security’
StePac says its modified atmosphere packaging can help boost fresh food safety and security amid export delays during coronavirus outbreak
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Decco moves with the times
Innovation brings more efficient postharvest solutions that are kinder to the environment and consumers
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AHDB levy rates reduced for hort businesses
Levy rates down 10 per cent for horticulture, as AHDB responds to financial pressures businesses face
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Wrap gives guidance on measuring farm waste
New resources help producers collect data on how much fruit and veg is wasted on their farm
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Royal seal of approval
Barbara Bray’s career hit a new high in 2019 when she received an MBE from the Queen, capping a remarkable journey for the food nutrition specialist. Michael Barker hears her story
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Going with the flow
Product losses continue to blight reefer transport but Dutch firm Otflow believes its patented container floor covers are part of the cure. Fred Searle speaks to the company’s chief executive and co-founder Ronald Hagenstein
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Consumers ‘open’ to diet changes
IGD research reveals big appetite from consumers to be healthier and more sustainable in their food choices
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South Africa invests in raisin drying in exports push
New drying method is allowing raisin growers to boost product quality and volumes as South Africa looks to increase exports to UK and Asia
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Citrus flavonoid could cut obesity
Study shows eating oranges and mandarins could help regulate weight
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Citrus greening fight goes on
Scientists in Florida are working towards a new method to help control the Asian citrus psyllid
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NZ blackcurrants improve exercise recovery
A new study by Plant & Food Research revealed a new set of health benefits provided by blackcurrants
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Spain clamps down on varietal abuse
Court hands down custodial sentence for illegal propagation of licensed blueberry varieties
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New raspberry from GPG and James Hutton
New "Skye" variety offers growers vibrant mid-late autumn crop
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Oroganic launches in the Netherlands
Launched last month at HortiContact, Oro Agri’s new insecticide Oroganic aims to control problem insects in an environmentally friendly way