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High sugar prices may trigger supply tightness in EU
The scheduled abolition of the EU sugar production quota by October 2017 does not necessarily guarantee a low sugar price in the bloc, according to a…
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Farmers can diversity income and increase productivity by planting energy crops, says institute
Farmers can easily diversify their income and increase productivity of their land by planting energy crops, according to the The Energy Technologies…
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Bananageddon: British crop scientists embark on project to save fruit crop
Fungal disease and rising costs of production are threatening the supply of the most important fruit crop in the world, according to new research…
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Very low-risk year for wheat bulb fly, says autumn survey
It is likely to be a low-risk year for wheat bulb fly (WBF), according to AHDB’s annual autumn survey. The full WBF survey findings, released this…
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MEPs oppose EU plans to authorise five GMOs
MEPs have opposed the European Commission plans to authorise five GMO products, maize Bt11, 1507 and MON810 (seeds and products), and a…
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2016 Smithfield Festival appeals to all sectors
With a wide range of technical seminars, trade stands, top class livestock and free entrance, this year’s Smithfield Festival on the 15 and 16…
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Struggling oilseed rape 'needs tailored agronomy'
Unusually dry weather across much of southeast England resulting in some oilseed rape crops being written off has heightened the need for a much more…
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Lower prices for staple grains more than offset by rising sugar and dairy prices in FAO Food Price Index
Global food markets will likely remain "generally well balanced" in the year ahead, as prices for most internationally-traded agricultural…
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'Inspiration is key for next generation of horticulturists'
British tomato growers were challenged to open doors to new talent and to help showcase the technical and fast-moving horticultural sector at the…
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Biostimulant market - worth $1bn globally - expanding rapidly and becoming more professional, says report
The biostimulants market is expanding rapidly, becoming more professional and offering potential for growers, according to a new research review…
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