Net Zero Initiatives in UK Horticulture
Reading Time: 2 minutes The UK horticulture sector is actively contributing to the nation’s goal of achieving net zero emissions, with a range of initiatives and strategies aimed at
Reading Time: 2 minutes The UK horticulture sector is actively contributing to the nation’s goal of achieving net zero emissions, with a range of initiatives and strategies aimed at
Reading Time: 2 minutes As the UK agricultural sector grapples with mounting challenges—from climate change to economic pressures—Barclays is advocating for a technological revolution to ensure the industry’s sustainability
Reading Time: 2 minutes Agritech companies are under increasing pressure to prove the return on investment (ROI) of their solutions to farmers who are navigating tighter margins, labour shortages
Reading Time: 4 minutes British farming finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with rising costs, alterations to inheritance tax, and increasingly unpredictable weather patterns. Against this backdrop, agritech is
Reading Time: 2 minutes A groundbreaking new report from Growing Kent & Medway has revealed the hidden potential of horticultural waste to fuel the bioeconomy — turning by-products into
Reading Time: < 1 minute Harpenden-based agritech firm NouriSol has reported promising results from trials of its pioneering algae-based fertilisers, demonstrating a remarkable 21% increase in crop yields compared to
Reading Time: < 1 minute DEFRA Minister Daniel Zeichner visited Harper Adams University on 27 March 2025 to explore cutting-edge advancements in agri-tech education, research, and industry collaboration. The visit,
Reading Time: 2 minutes A high-profile row has erupted between two of the UK’s leading green energy entrepreneurs over a proposed shake-up of the country’s electricity pricing – a
Reading Time: 4 minutes Westfalia Fruit, a leading avocado producer supplying retail, food service, and wholesale markets worldwide, is pioneering a revolutionary approach to sustainability by extracting natural dyes
Reading Time: 2 minutes The wait is over for IFE 2025, and all eyes are on the FPC Fresh Produce Hub, where the future of fresh produce will take
Reading Time: 2 minutes Vertical farming is emerging as a leading solution for achieving sustainable agriculture in the UK, delivering significant environmental benefits such as reduced water consumption, lower
Reading Time: 2 minutes The UK has solidified its standing as the fourth-largest agrifoodtech investment market in the world, drawing significant global interest and investment. In 2023 alone, the
Reading Time: 4 minutes A new project which aims to provide UK farmers and growers with a sustainable, environmentally friendly nutrient management solution is underway following a partnership between
Reading Time: 2 minutes Europe’s agricultural landscape is undergoing a profound transformation as cutting-edge technology, regenerative practices, and shifting regulations redefine the sector. From new methods of restoring soil
Reading Time: < 1 minute National Strawberry Day celebrates the beloved fruit and its vibrant flavours, making it an ideal choice for a healthy snack. While strawberries are traditionally associated
Reading Time: 2 minutes UK-based plant biotechnology company Tropic is set to revolutionise the banana industry with the launch of its non-browning bananas in March, followed by extended shelf-life
Reading Time: 2 minutes The UK government has placed soil health at the heart of its agricultural policies, recognising its vital role in sustaining crop yields and ensuring long-term
Reading Time: 2 minutes Renewable agricultural technology is rapidly transforming the landscape of modern farming, delivering a range of benefits that encompass sustainability, efficiency, and profitability. By harnessing renewable
Reading Time: 2 minutes Researchers at the John Innes Centre in Norwich, Norfolk, have identified a biological process that enhances plant root interactions with soil microbes. This discovery could
Reading Time: 2 minutes Agricultural innovation is emerging as a key driver in helping UK growers achieve food security in an era marked by climate change, resource scarcity and
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