All Research & Development articles – Page 180
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ArticleBrits ‘becoming more accepting’ of genetically modified crops
Public opinion on genetic modification in the UK could be shifting towards a more moder- ate and accepting stance, a new survey suggests.
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ArticleCalifornia seeks fumigant alternative
The California Strawberry Commission and state department of pesticide regulation are joining forces to find alternatives to fumigant use in the state's strawberry production
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ArticleHAB unveils nutrition research plan
The Hass Avocado Board’s long-term avocado health study initiative is aimed at driving increased avocado consumption in the US
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ArticleScientists could turn oranges red
UK researchers identify gene that makes blood oranges red, believe they could create varieties to be grown around the world
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ArticleContracts signed in major technology transfer deal
Contracts have been exchanged in a major investment first for horticultural research in the UK, described by industry veteran Graham Ward as “the most significant advance in my lifetime in the industry”.
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ArticleAus scientists share GM banana with India
Australian scientists have developed a GM banana rich in vitamins and iron to help address anaemia in India
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ArticleProduce linked to ‘golden’ skin tone
Eating fresh produce with high carotenoid levels can give skin an attractive ‘golden’ glow, according to new research
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Research investment targets food security
The University of Reading is investing £50 million to boost its research in areas such as food security and climate change.
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Campden BRI teams up with insurer
Technical services specialist Campden BRI has joined forces with insurance provider JLT Speciality Ltd (JLT) to develop a strategic partnership offering innovative services for food and drink companies.
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ArticleHortifrut to raise new capital
The Chilean berry giant is to raise millions in capital to boost its foodservice and R&D development
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ArticleSymbioCity promotes urban agriculture
Swedish group adds vertical farms to its portfolio of sustainable projects
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ArticleUSDA aids in European grapevine moth fight
Funding is made available to help Californian growers in their fight against the potentially devastating pest
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ArticleMEP claims GM could damage people‘s faith in food supplies
EU commissioner Dacian Ciolos has said the EU “cannot risk consumer confidence in its capacity to produce food in line with their expectations” when considering the approval of GM products.
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ArticlePlanamerica trials new varieties
The Spanish-Mexican berry venture is keen to offer plants better suited to Mexican growing conditions
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ArticleWorld's hottest chilli revealed
New Mexico State university researchers identify Trinidad Moruga Scorpion as fieriest pepper on planet
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ArticleBig year ahead for the Nergi kiwiberry
France-based Sofruileg has presented a new brand of kiwiberry called the Nergi at this year's Fruit Logistica trade show.
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ArticleVertical farm goes up in Sweden
Plantagon breaks ground on site in Linkoping for its first vertical farm
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ArticleIndonesian mangoes make maiden voyage
Seafreighted Indonesian mangoes made their debut in Hong Kong last December, prompting interest in marketing opportunities across Asia
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ArticleBBSRC to fund fruit and veg research
Initiative will see collaborations between researchers and the industry with the aim of delivering improvements in yields and quality
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ArticleChina expands agricultural science support
Expanded support for farm subsidies and science and technology are the core themes of China’s new agricultural policy announcement