Technology news from FPJ – Page 9
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ArticleSelf-driving mini tractors set for trials
Kernow Robotics is working on a prototype that could offer a boost to growers in Cornwall and beyond
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ArticleAsda cuts plastic from produce aisles
UK supermarket Asda is switching from plastic to reusable bags in its fruit and veg aisles, and plans to remove plastic pear punnets later this year
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ArticleOcado ditches plastic in brand refresh
Ocado.com launches major refresh of own-range products, using 27 tonnes less plastic and removing 9 million non-essential packaging items
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Article‘NIR tech is boosting returns in tomatoes’
Grading specialist says technology to measure Brix levels is increasingly allowing producers to command a premium for their sweeter produce
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ArticleReflex launches sustainable packaging division
Reflex Group launches lined board division Pack Plus to provide sustainable alternative to plastic packaging
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Article‘Food shopping should be a joy, not a chore’
Comment: Why I’m feeling conflicted about my visit to Amazon Fresh’s new till-less store in west London
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ArticleAffinitus marks 30 years supporting produce
Management software solutions provider Affinitus celebrates 30 years supporting the fresh produce industry
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ArticleSmurfit Kappa unveils new punnet range
Safe&Green portfolio features fully renewable, recyclable and biodegradable packaging with option to develop bespoke designs
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ArticleTong upgrades veg-polishing kit
TPS-Pro and U-Brush polishers given 2021 upgrades to offer performance improvements
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ArticleAI solution promises error-free label verification
Consus Fresh Solutions launches new technology aimed at cutting out pen-and-paper checking and withdrawal fines
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ArticleSainsbury's trials PP recycling scheme
Supermarket to offer recycling system in stores to help deal with packaging common on salad and other fresh products
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ArticleHome compostable bag move for Riverford
Box scheme leader to replace 1.25 million plastic bags in partnership with Tipa
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ArticleHuntapac enjoys best Christmas ever
Volume sales up 12 per cent in December, with packhouse investments helping veg supplier keep pace with rising demand
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ArticleNew app wants to spearhead Pick for Britain drive
App uses social media to track down prospective seasonal workers and matches them with producers, making sure they appreciate tough realities of the job
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ArticleVertical farming ‘at a crossroads’
Building the right business model to balance resource usage with socio-economic conditions is crucial to capturing new markets, say speakers ahead of Agri-TechE event
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ArticleBerry Gardens makes green gains
Raft of environmental measures are bearing fruit at new packhouse, with solar energy system saving over 250 tonnes of CO2 emissions to date
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ArticleCFL panel explores future of food retail
Bricks-and-mortar retail still has “a long way to run”, but online, automation and big data are the trends to watch, say panellists
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ArticleTechnology secret to success at Ocado
Ocado’s high-tech model benefits customers and the business’ bottom line, says CEO Mel Smith
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ArticleProducePack promises eco solution
New range of packaging solutions is said to marry looks with functionality and performance
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ArticleTIPA and PerfoTec team up to tackle waste
New partnership aims to offer fully compostable packaging that will significantly extend fresh produce shelf life