Global wheat production can be doubled, say scientists
A first-of-its-kind analysis of the untapped genetic potential of wheat shows global yields are only…
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Wanted Large White butterfly caterpillars
Farmers and growers are being asked to send large white butterfly caterpillars they come across…
Improving PCN trap crop success
Improving the reliability of trap cropping to help farmers overcome potato cyst nematode (PCN) pressure,…
Yara and Cranfield University partner to research and trial organo-mineral fertilisers
Yara has announced a new partnership with Cranfield University as part of the latter’s Knowledge…
Novel synthetic polymers could lead to greater crop yields for farmers
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have invented a new method to encourage bacteria to form growth-promoting…
Genetic Technology Bill must be science-based
The British Society of Plant Breeders (BSPB) has raised concerns with MPs that, as currently…
New £11.3 million horticulture research centre opens doors in Kent
The £11.3 million GreenTech Hub for Advanced Horticulture was officially opened by Tom Tugendhat MP…
Precision Breeding Bill a major boost for crop innovation
The British Society of Plant Breeders (BSPB) has welcomed the announcement in yesterday’s Queen’s Speech…
Scientists turn on gene without creating a GMO
Scientists have found a way to switch on a dormant gene without inserting foreign DNA…
Nottingham University research highlights biostimulant benefits
New research has highlighted the benefits of both seed-applied and foliar biostimulants, which could provide…