All Research & Development articles – Page 88
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ArticleHalf of new indoor growers ‘have no ag experience’
Controlled environment production attracts high percentage of young entrants, with funding a major challenge, new survey reveals
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ArticleImproving photosynthesis
Researchers in Netherlands discover method that can grow plants more efficiently
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ArticleFirst seedless lychees grown in Australia
As the country pushes for market access to China and the US, one grower has bred a potentially lucrative new variety
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ArticleSubstrate producers join forces
Legro buys 50 per cent stake in Botanicoir in move to enable pair to widen portfolio, meet increasing global demand and accelerate NPD
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ArticleHort Innovation highlights success
Australian research and development corporation managed more than 600 projects over 2019
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ArticleBerry Gardens installs state-of-the-art solar array
The 3,614-panel installation at growers’ co-op’s new site is one of largest optimised systems of its kind in UK
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ArticleTesco gives vegan range a bit of Oumph!
Sticky Smokehouse Oumph! is the latest addition to Tesco’s growing selection of meat substitutes and vegan products
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ArticleAldi beefs up vegan range
Discounter launches a number of new plant-based products to coincide with Veganuary
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ArticleADAS and SRUC in new tie-up
Joint venture promises agri-business greater access to the two organisations' expertise
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ArticleAgronomy heavyweights scoop potato awards
Leading researchers David Firman and Graham Tomalin recognised for contribution to UK potato industry
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ArticlePerfoTec launches machinery for shelf life extension
The Dynamic Liner System will allow growers and packers to produce liner bags on location and therefore extend shelf life and save on costs
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ArticlePotato-growing trial uncovers big savings
AHDB farm excellence network reveals how reducing nitrogen fertiliser can save time and money while still improving yield
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ArticleUC Davis in Hazel Tech trials
Researchers report positive results when using Hazel Technology packaging with stonefruit
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ArticleChinese deal set to boost Chilean kiwi supply
Asoex and the Jiangxi Academy of Sciences sign agreement for scientific and technological cooperation
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ArticleWageningen calls for action on global food security
Environmental project supports innovation and urgency from food producers around the world to ensure we can feed ourselves in 2050
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ArticleShoppers dreaming of a green Christmas
IGD research says two thirds of consumers want to reduce their environmental impact, with buying loose produce seen as key
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ArticleLouise Fresco to argue for industrial food production
Science professor will argue for an expansion of industrial food production at the City Food Lecture next year
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Article"DNA shopping" pop-up lands in Waitrose
DnaNudge uses shoppers' genetic profile to help make healthier food and drink decisions on the spot using just a wristband
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ArticleAgri-app among start-ups partnered by M&S
The retailer's joint venture with Founders Factory picked out food waste start-up, Cogz, as innovative new business
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ArticleMoney talks in packaging
The higher cost of sustainable packaging, and consumers' reluctance to pay more for it, are an obstacle to progress as the fresh produce sector strives to cut its plastic waste