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NEWS: 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 at NIAB’s East Malling site, today (Thursday 12 May).
12 May 2022
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NEWS: New Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Bill will support more sustainable agriculture - NIAB
10 May 2022
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Wanted – wheat yellow and brown rust samples for UKCPVS
9 May 2022
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Horticultural producers win £1m research grants for sustainable production
26 Apr 2022
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