Brassica news archive – Page 26
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ArticlePlantable wrapping paper to cut Xmas waste
Christmas wrapping paper embossed with organic seeds can grow a variety of vegetables with plans to expand into flowers
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ArticleBabyleaf kale set for UK success
UK seed company ramps up campaign for new Babyleaf kale variety ahead of Fruit Logistica
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ArticleWaitrose unveils 'kid-friendly' sprout
The much-maligned Christmas dinner vegetable has had a "sweetness" makeover in a bid to encourage consumption by kids
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ArticleChristmas tree powered by sprouts
World-first on London's Southbank, as Big Bang scientists unveil battery made from sprouts used to light eight-foot tree
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ArticleBroccoli makes a 'super sunscreen'
New research shows when rubbed directly into skin broccoli 'reduces' chance of a person developing skin cancer
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ArticleNunhems' new leeks prove popular
Dutch firm exhibits latest varieties at National Dutch Leek Day, including one developed for UK pre-pack market
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ArticleGlutamic acid 'can reduce' blood pressure
Diet high in vegetable protein and low in animal protein has favourable effects on blood pressure, study shows
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ArticleCabbage 'protects' from radiation
American research finds that a compound derived from cruciferous vegetables protected rats from lethal doses of radiation
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ArticleBroccoli found to slow osteoarthritis
UK study identifies the role of broccoli-rich compound sulforaphane in maintaining joint health
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ArticleLos Rancheros focuses on US
After success with fresh carrot exports to the US, the Mexican garlic specialist now plans to supply bell peppers and broccoli
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ArticleEating broccoli 'rejuvenates metabolism'
Paper presents evidence that a compound found in broccoli can re-tune human metabolism to reduce disease risk
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Obama reveals broccoli preference
US president's revelation that broccoli is his favourite food is welcomed by the United Fresh Produce Association
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ArticlePrince de Bretagne aids consumers
This artichoke season, the Brittany-based marketer aims to boost sales by educating consumers on how to prepare the vegetable
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ArticleBacking brassicas
The market is eagerly awaiting the peak of UK-grown summer brassicas following the cool, wet spring. FPJ catches up with growers and breeders to find out what to expect for this season and beyond
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ArticleFlandria cauliflower late but picking up
The long winter and low nighttime temperatures in recent months have combined to delay Belgium's summer cauliflower season
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ArticleCarrots top Belgian vegetable list
Belgians buying more of their fresh vegetables through discount chains, according to new figures published this week
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ArticleIndonesia destroys produce without documentation
Quarantine agency BKP destroyed Chinese and Singaporean produce without complete import documents
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ArticleChoudou makes comeback
The old brassica variety is gaining publicity on its return thanks to French producer Larrère
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Growers flock to Rijk Zwaan event
Dutch seed giant Rijk Zwaan welcomed higher numbers of visitors than expected at its recent Organic Days event.