UK Research & Innovation’s (UKRI) Transforming Food Production challenge and Growing Kent & Medway publish roadmap for the future of the alternative protein sector in the UK. From lab-cultured meats, to plant-based proteins like pulses, and even insects, there...
The fava, or broad bean, has huge potential as a more sustainable alternative to meat and dairy proteins, but is currently underused. Dr Tom Wood, NIAB, explains how a multidisciplinary research project is unlocking its potential as a high-quality source of UK-grown...
We are delighted to announce that at this year’s Fruit Focus, we are bringing a brand-new networking hub to the event. The Growing Kent & Medway Sustainability Hub will welcome businesses of all sizes to use the hub as an informal meeting space to connect with...
Growing Kent & Medway have teamed up with the leading training provider for the food and horticultural supply chain, MDS, to create the UK’s first regional apprenticeship hub for the fresh produce sector. The ‘Growing Talent’ pilot scheme is the first of its kind...
Do you have an idea to innovate your business, but not sure where to find funding? Are you already investing in research and new technologies, but looking to maximise your return? We are running a series of free webinars with a team of leading specialists to give...
The £11.3 million GreenTech Hub for Advanced Horticulture was officially opened by Tom Tugendhat MP at NIAB’s East Malling site on Thursday 12 May. The Hub will provide the UK horticulture and viticulture industry with access to a new state-of-the-art research...
