Technology news from FPJ – Page 6
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NewsFarmers need support to reap the benefits of AI
Sarah Addezio, senior innovation partner at Digital Catapult, says that several key barriers currently stand in the way of AI adoption among farmers
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NewsSouth African stonefruit sector ramps up focus on innovation
Growers are adopting a range of new techniques and research projects
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NewsKoppert tech allows more efficient pest control in strawberries
A novel application system for natural predators is revolutionising control of key pests in UK strawberry crops
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NewsPioneering smart agriculture takes centre stage at Fruit Logistica
Fruit Logistica 2025 is set to welcome a record-breaking number of Smart Agri exhibitors, showcasing cutting-edge innovations that are shaping the future of agriculture
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NewsMoldova looks west
Alexandra Bîcu, a marketing specialist at the producer and exporter association Moldova Fruct, explains why we’re set to see plenty more of the country’s fruit in the UK and EU in years to come
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NewsSquid game could extend life of strawberries
Scientists based in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, have uncovered a potential alternative way to double fruit’s shelf-life
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NewsImprovements at Cape Town Container Terminal
Sati confirms reports of improvements in productivity at Cape Town Container Terminal, aided by fewer windbound hours
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NewsReport investigates ways to reduce environmental impact of London deliveries
A report on lowering the environmental impact of produce deliveries was launched at London’s New Covent Garden Market, which showed off its latest fleet of temperature-controlled EVs
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NewsEgypt’s Pico widens range as global presence grows
As Pico Modern Agriculture expands with new products, new varieties and new markets, its continued focus on premium quality, timely deliveries and innovation ensures the Egyptian company’s standing as a trusted supplier
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NewsKey challenges in the produce sector drive automation trend
MAF Roda’s Vincent Boulbes, export sales manager, Daniel Bourdin, general manager for China, and Chris Bray, New Zealand business development manager, discuss the drivers of automation and the challenges and opportunities in sorting
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NewsPostsaver makes Belgium play with distribution tieup
UK timber-protection firm plans to bring its technology to orchards in Belgium and surrounding countries
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NewsFruiterers conference to explore opportunities in data and AI
Event in Cambridge will cover how data and AI can be used to boost fruit yields, reduce input costs, and forecast crops
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NewsNew app aims to simplify audit burden on growers
AgriAudit helps farmers prepare for multiple audits by consolidating requirements, removing duplicates, and improving efficiency
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NewsAgriRobot secures funding to boost field-robot project
The Danish agritech company raises total of €2.5 million to accelerate development of operator-free field-robots
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NewsDelphy upgrades and expands its QMS Tomato tool
Growers can now access even better insights thanks to the new version’s fast and efficient data management, says developer
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NewsMinebea Intec recruits UK sales specialist
David Williams joins weighing-equipment manufacturer following growing UK demand for its products
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NewsFruitnet Tomato Congress heads to Malaga, Spain, in 2025
The tomato category’s leading event, Fruitnet Tomato Congress, is back on 11-12 November 2025 at a new location in Malaga, close to one of Spain’s primary tomato production areas
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NewsPositive feedback for Sinclair’s compostable label
Labelling company Sinclair says its new T55 certified compostable label has generated global interest, and calls on stakeholders to get behind an education and awareness campaign
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NewsNew PGRO app boosts growers’ diagnostic arsenal
Pea and bean growers will benefit from a range of dedicated features
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FeaturesThe Place to go for frozen fruit
As demand for frozen fruit grows, Kristian Bayford hears how Place UK has embraced innovation during its 70 years in business to stay ahead of the curve and maximise product quality