JBT FoodTech has added an infrared system to its integrated range of multi-phase in-line cooking options. The system is designed to efficiently seal the product, locking in the juices and making it more succulent.

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Tamar Energy and Essex County Council have announced a deal that will see the anaerobic digestion (AD) operator help the council achieve its commitments to responsible waste management. The company will divert 54,000 tonnes of food and garden waste from landfill to its network of AD and composting plants, where it will produce a valuable biofertiliser and generate baseload green energy.

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Why not treat your loved one to something a little bit different this Valentine’s Day? Gone are the days of the traditional bunch of red roses, the new symbol of affection is a bouquet of flower sprouts.

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Leading vegetable grower and supplier Produce World Group has completed a successful turnaround of its business over the past three years according to Chairman Neil Fraser. Speaking following the announcement of annual results for the year ending 30th June 2013 he confirmed that the company is now in a strong position to develop its business for the future.

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Agrovista UK, the leading agronomy specialist, crop protection, agricultural and horticultural product distributor, has announced a new appointment in the senior management of the business.

Dr Tony John joined the business as Director of Strategic Development on Monday, 2 December. Tony’s role is to work closely with technical, marketing, precision services, seed and business services to give strategic direction and develop the company technology strategy, using the ground-breaking work already taking place in all of these business functions.

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