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Innovating Viticulture: The Vineyard Show 2024 

The UK Agri-Tech Centre recently attended the Vineyard & Winery Show at the Kent County Showground, an unmissable event for anyone working in viticulture in...
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Novel laying hen technology looks to further increase efficiency and productivity

A project using innovative, cost-effective technology to improve the health and welfare of laying hens while increasing productivity, efficiency and industry resilience has begun, thanks...
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Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the UK Agri-Tech Centre and AgriTechNZ

The UK Agri-Tech Centre is delighted to announce the formal signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with AgriTechNZ, which will help support bi-directional pathways...
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UK Agri-Tech Centre welcomes DEFRA agri-food attachés to showcase innovation in agri-tech 

On November 21, the UK Agri-Tech Centre hosted a delegation from the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), including the UK’s agri-food attachés...
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Tackling drug-resistant infections for Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites adapt to become resistant to the medicines designed to combat them....
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Miscanthus: Biodiversity benefits beyond energy use

This article highlights the positive impact Miscanthus can have on the biodiversity of UK landscapes, providing insight into the latest evidence-based research and the important...
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Innovative approaches to tackling apple scab disease

Innovative approaches to tackling apple scab disease

Apple scab, a fungal disease that can devastate apple crops, has long been a challenge to British fruit growers. Traditional methods of control have relied...

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Innovative technologies to optimise energy demand in Ethiopia

Aimed at enhance food production, renewable energy optimisation and climate resilience in Ethiopia's remote regions, the project aligns with the government's agenda to mitigate agricultural...
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Dr Ruth Bastow highlights role of global crop biodiversity at Borlaug Dialogue and World Food Prize

Dr Ruth Bastow, Innovation Director had the honour of representing the UK Agri-Tech Centre at the Norman E. Borlaug Dialogue and World Food Prize in...
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Meet Linsey Cresswell, Head of Strategic Partnerships 

Our Meet the Team series profiles the individuals who make up the UK Agri-Tech Centre, offering a glimpse into their stories and ambitions for the...

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Spain & UK Agri-Tech Knowledge Exchange Programme 2024/25: Cultivating Collaboration

This Spain & UK Knowledge Exchange Program 2024/25 initiative promises to strengthen ties between the UK and Spain, driving forward collaborative efforts to solve pressing...
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Spain to UK Agri-Tech Knowledge Exchange Programme 2024/25: Cultivating Collaboration

This Spain & UK Knowledge Exchange Program 2024/25 initiative promises to strengthen ties between the UK and Spain, driving forward collaborative efforts to solve pressing...
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Accelerating agri-tech: Vertinetik

Accelerating agri-tech: Vertinetik

Vertinetik was founded with the vision to leverage precision technology to address the challenges farmers face due to climate change and growing environmental and economic...

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