News: Horticulture
New soil test launched for assessing Fusarium Basal Rot risk in onions
A new soil test allows growers to detect the pathogen responsible for causing Fusarium Basal Rot risk in onions.
22 May 2026
UK growers to benefit from new soft fruit pre-breeding research programme
A new five-year £3 million genetic research programme aims to advance the breeding of more sustainable and resilient varieties of soft fruit crops.
19 September 2024
Game-changing biostimulant for UK tomato growers under development
Investigating the extent to which a SugaROx biostimulant can enhance tomato resilience to climate change and reduce the carbon footprint of tomatoes.
14 August 2024
Investigating biological controls for western flower thrips
We are working with a Welsh strawberry grower to find effective biological controls for Western Flower Thrips using predator species.
22 July 2024
Digital tagging system developed to cut UK food waste
Mapping food produce from source to consumer using digital technology to reduce food waste has been developed.
29 February 2024
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