All Research & Development articles – Page 193
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Brazilians forge UK research links
Rothamsted Research in Hertfordshire and Brazilian government research body Embrapa have forged a scientific partnership in sustainable agriculture research.
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ArticlePlimsoll reports trade turnaround
A large proportion of the top 1,000 UK fresh produce businesses have returned to rapid growth post-recession, with healthy profits attainable despite a tough trading environment.
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Fresh food bucks inflation trends
Fresh food inflation is edging up despite slowing inflation elsewhere in the food sector, according to the latest figures from the British Retail Consortium.
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ArticleAnti-cancer plum bound for markets
Queensland government and Nutrafruit collaborate on commercialisation of the antioxidant-rich Queen Garnet plum
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ArticleAustralian growers meet new pears
Australian growers have been introduced to more than 20 new pear varieties at a tasting in Victoria
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ArticleScab resistant apple nears release
A new scab resistant Australian apple variety is almost ready for commercial release
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ArticleFreshfel releases consumption report
The latest edition of the association's Consumption Monitor covers fresh produce trends between 2003 and 2008
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ArticleShoppers recognise apple benefits
A survey conducted in the US revealed that consumers consider apples as a value-based 'anytime' food for both young and old alike
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ArticleNZ avocado research leads the way
A new 4ha trial avocado orchard has been unveiled in Gisborne at a recent workshop for growers
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Spanish unveil new late-season citrus types
Regional authorities in the eastern Spanish region of Valencia are ready to launch a handful of new late-season varieties of Clemenules and Murcott.
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Dietary information sought across Europe
Some 40 per cent of European shoppers have a specific requirement for dietary information when grocery shopping, according to a new report published by the Coca-Cola Retailing Research Council Europe, conducted by Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu.
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ArticleBlackcurrants offer asthma option
A preliminary study by New Zealand company Plant & Food Research shows that natural chemicals from blackcurrants may help breathing in some types of asthma.
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New sweet tomato discovered
US scientists have bred a new tomato said to have an improved, sweeter taste, with qualities that will also boost yields.
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ArticleIrish firm ready to shake up UK salad market
Award-winning Irish food company Nature’s Best is looking to conquer the UK market with its Salad Shakers range.
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ArticleEMR launches post-harvest initiative
A major new horticultural research initiative is to be set up in order to strengthen the future of post-harvest research in the UK.
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ArticleBlackcurrants could help asthma sufferers
New research conducted in New Zealand by Plant & Food Research finds blackcurrants may have added health benefits
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ArticleBoost for Australian strawberries
The Australian state of Queensland is aiming to develop new strawberry varieties suited to the country's sub-tropical conditions
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High street sales bounce back
Sales on the high street have bounced back after a terrible January with a better-than-expected rise of 2.1 per cent in February.
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ArticleTraining budgets set for increase
Research published by international food and grocery expert IGD has found that 80 per cent of food manufacturers and retailers expect to increase their training and development budget per head over the next 10 years.
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ArticlePossible solution to satsuma mite problem
Researchers in the US have found potential solutions for satsuma growers battling the destructive citrus red mite