This year, the National Fruit Collection celebrates its 100th anniversary and 70th year at Brogdale Farm in Kent. Here, the Scientific Curator Matt Ordidge reflects on how the purpose of…Read More >
horticulture
HortQFLNet: Ensuring continuity of research in horticultural crop quality and postharvest food loss
It is estimated that one third of food produced globally is wasted before it is consumed. In the UK, this equates to >15 million tonnes of food and drink annually;…Read More >
Rocket, arugula, rucola: how genetics determines the health benefits and whether you like this leafy green
Love it or hate it, rocket is popular all over the world. Also known as arugula, roquette and rucola, it’s known for its pungent and peppery flavours. It might look…Read More >
