Reading Time: 2 minutes In an exciting project being led by Jonathan Bell at Stourgarden, Professor Tracy Lawson and her team at the University of Essex are growing onions
Reading Time: 5 minutes Lettuce cultivation is constantly evolving, driven by technological advances and the growing demand for sustainable and efficient farming methods. Traditional outdoor cultivation is facing increasing
Reading Time: < 1 minute Agritech and food technology businesses in Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland are now able to apply for grants totalling up to £2.5 million to support innovation
Reading Time: 2 minutes The 2024 FPC Fresh Awards put a spotlight on the technological and sustainable innovations driving the future of the fresh produce industry. Widely regarded as
Reading Time: 2 minutes Glasgow-based Agritech innovator SOLASTA Bio has successfully completed an oversubscribed £10.7 million Series A funding round. This significant investment will propel the development of its
Reading Time: 2 minutes Australia has reached a pivotal moment in agricultural biotechnology with the approval of the world’s first genetically modified (GM) banana for commercial production. The QCAV-4,
Reading Time: < 1 minute In a remarkable stride towards sustainable agriculture, UK scientists are spearheading an innovative project that aims to convert harmful air pollution into valuable fertiliser. Backed
Reading Time: < 1 minute Europe is set to embark on a groundbreaking journey in agricultural science with the imminent launch of the first farmer-led trials of gene-edited crops. This
Reading Time: 2 minutes Back in 2019, a government report starkly highlighted the perilous state of soil health in England and Wales, with 17% of soils showing signs of
Reading Time: 3 minutes In 2024, the UK has positioned itself at the forefront of the global agritech revolution, leading the way with groundbreaking innovations and strategic investments. This
Reading Time: 2 minutes According to recent research, seven out of ten British farmers have embraced renewable energy investments. This shift enables them to leverage their land for clean
Reading Time: < 1 minute Bristol-based agritech start-up, Glaia, has secured a £1 million investment from Green Angel Syndicate, the UK’s leading network of climate-conscious investors. The company, founded by
Reading Time: 2 minutes Hartpury Agriculture has taken a major step forward in supporting the agricultural sector with the launch of a cutting-edge online portal. Funded by the Local
Reading Time: 2 minutes The UK’s agritech sector has seen significant advancements this year, particularly with the establishment of the UK Agri-Tech Centre, which aims to drive innovation at
Reading Time: 2 minutes Experts from the United Kingdom believe that South African energy production can be cleaned up by eavesdropping on insects. By better understanding pests that plague
Reading Time: 2 minutes In the quest for sustainable agricultural practices, enhancing plant-microbe interactions has emerged as a promising development. Scientists at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory have pioneered
Reading Time: 2 minutes Entire Supply Chain Unites to Urge Government Action In an unprecedented move, the entire UK food and drink supply chain, including the farming industry, has
Reading Time: 2 minutes GreenTech Amsterdam 2024 has concluded, leaving a lasting impression of a horticultural industry on the cusp of transformation. Pioneering companies unveiled groundbreaking innovations that promise
Reading Time: 2 minutes Apeel Sciences has introduced the final pillars of its initiative, “The Apeel Leverage,” aimed at enhancing the fresh produce supply chain. This initiative includes two
Reading Time: 7 minutes Between climate change, disease, loss of soil health, and more, the agricultural sector is facing a myriad of challenges – urban farming could solve these
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