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Apeel Sciences Enhances Fresh Produce Supply Chain with “The Apeel Leverage” Initiative
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

Drone Pesticide Spraying Takes Flight in British Agriculture
Reading Time: < 1 minute The British agricultural landscape is on the cusp of a technological revolution with the introduction of drone pesticide applications. Recent regulatory developments, including a groundbreaking

Urban Farming: Supporting Sustainability in The Agricultural Sector
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

The Impact of IoT on Modern Fish Farming
Reading Time: 2 minutes The Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as a transformative force in modern fish farming, offering significant benefits despite its initial high costs and steep

Revolutionising Fresh Food Production: The GreenOnyx Journey
Reading Time: 3 minutes “The problem is not that people aren’t willing to eat leafy greens, but that it is difficult to produce them in an efficient, predictable way

Elon Musk’s Starlink in Talks to Transform Rural Connectivity
Reading Time: 2 minutes Rural businesses could soon thrive with direct satellite connections boosting mobile coverage In a groundbreaking move, rural businesses across the UK could soon enjoy unprecedented

Sustainability Innovation in UK Agriculture: A Path Towards a Greener Future
Reading Time: 3 minutes The United Kingdom’s agricultural sector is at the cusp of a transformative journey towards sustainability. As global challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and

Top 5 Agritech Companies in Europe to Work for in 2024
Reading Time: 2 minutes In 2024, Europe’s agritech sector continues to thrive, driven by innovation and sustainable practices. Here are five leading agritech companies in Europe that are highly

Sainsbury’s and Microsoft Team Up for AI Revolution in Retail
Reading Time: 2 minutes Sainsbury’s has recently entered into a five-year partnership with Microsoft, aiming to leverage Microsoft’s AI and machine learning capabilities to support its Next Level strategy.

FPC Fresh Awards 2024: Calling All Tech Titans, Eco-Warriors, and Agritech Innovators!
Reading Time: 2 minutes The Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) is calling for bold innovators to take centre stage at the prestigious FPC Fresh Awards 2024. With expanded categories highlighting

Virgin Media O2 Reaches Major Milestone with Deployment of 150 Shared Rural Network Sites
Reading Time: 2 minutes In a significant stride towards enhancing connectivity in rural areas, Virgin Media O2 has successfully deployed 150 Shared Rural Network (SRN) sites across the UK.

New Fund Could Turn Taxpayer-Funded Green Research into Profit, Says Defra
Reading Time: 2 minutes In a bold move to elevate the United Kingdom’s agricultural and environmental sectors, Defra is considering the introduction of a groundbreaking fund aimed at maximising

AI Transforming the Fresh Produce Industry: A New Era of Innovation
Reading Time: 2 minutes In the fresh produce sector, AI is already making significant strides. According to the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC), the industry is facing considerable challenges, including

Scottish Agritech Firm Unveils UK’s First Autonomous Tractor
Reading Time: < 1 minute Scottish agritech pioneer SoilEssentials has made history with the arrival of its demonstration AgBot autonomous tractor – the first of its kind in the UK.

Editor’s View: Intertwining Technological Advancements with a Robust Ethical Framework
Reading Time: 2 minutes In the verdant fields of modern agriculture, a quiet revolution is underway, propelled by the cutting-edge technologies of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and mechanisation. Dr Asaf

Innovation at the Heart of Long-Term Vision for Food and Flower Supply Chains
Reading Time: 3 minutes British growers, facing a confluence of challenges, have welcomed the release of the government’s five-year seasonal-worker pledge. Ali Capper, executive chair of British Apples and Pears Limited

British Bots Bloom! Robots to Pick Daffodils as Labour Shortages Bite
Reading Time: 2 minutes Lincolnshire’s horticulture industry is blooming with innovation thanks to a hefty grant aimed at tackling persistent labour shortages. Gedney Dyke family firm C. Wright and Son, in collaboration

New UK Border Checks Stir Industry Backlash, Nigel Jenney Voices Sector Concerns
Reading Time: 2 minutes Rigorous new border checks for meat, plants, and flowers imported from Europe commenced this week (30 April) stirring significant unease among UK importers. These checks,

Meet Aspara-Gus, The Autonomous Robot Harvester
Reading Time: < 1 minute A pioneering autonomous robot, designed to harvest asparagus, has successfully passed its initial field tests. Developed by engineers at the University of Cambridge, Gus, the

Europe’s tech talent shortage threatens EU digital and green transition, warn industry leaders
Reading Time: 2 minutes Tech leaders warn Europe is facing a looming tech skills crisis. Estimates suggest only 12 million skilled professionals may be available, falling far short of