Technology

James Bailey, executive director at Waitrose, has said he suspects customers of the premium retailer will not want to buy gene-edited food.

A potential roll out of gene editing could bring opportunities for the livestock sector if the technology is used ethically and responsibly, industry bodies have said.

Helmut Claas, long-time managing director and engineering driving force behind the Claas Group, died on January 5 at the age of 94.

Environment secretary George Eustice has voiced his support for gene editing technology regulation to be reviewed in England, but Scotland has said it will not reconsider its position yet.

The Government has opened its public consultation into future regulation on gene editing.

A UK-based start-up, the Zero Emissions Livestock Project (ZELP), has developed a tool to ‘capture and oxidise’ cattle methane emissions.

An agreement between NASA and the US Department of Agriculture (UDSA) could help transform agriculture

Helping growers adapt to climate challenges was one of the biggest focus for McCain head of agriculture Dan Metheringham

Engine makers John Deere Power Systems and Deutz have announced plans to jointly develop and source components for a new range of ‘low’ horsepower engines up to 175hp.

To mark its 75th anniversary, JCB has published a 144 page book featuring more than 400 photos.