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Work to begin on cutting-edge food research facility
Friday, 2 February 2018, 12:29 pm | AgResearch
A new food research facility supporting the future of New Zealand’s exports has reached an important milestone, with a contractor appointed and the construction process to start next week. The $45m AgResearch and Massey University Food Science ... More >>
Study probes clothing and carpet choices and effects
Monday, 29 January 2018, 10:59 am | AgResearch
As global concern grows about pollution of our oceans and effects on marine life and seafood, AgResearch is studying how different materials break down in the water to help keep consumers informed. More >>
Record temperatures bring challenges for livestock
Friday, 19 January 2018, 2:42 pm | AgResearch
With New Zealand experiencing record-breaking heatwaves this summer, AgResearch scientists say farmed animals can be susceptible and the pressure is on farmers to manage it. More >>
Use of grass fungi saving NZ billions
Tuesday, 19 December 2017, 1:10 pm | AgResearch
Fungi that live within grasses are being harnessed by scientists to save the New Zealand economy billions of dollars. More >>
Food exports of the future
Wednesday, 25 October 2017, 11:10 am | AgResearch
AgResearch scientists are leading new research that could revolutionise New Zealand foods - with new ways of boosting flavour and texture, and products designed to make our brains perform better. Supported by industry and research partners, AgResearch ... More >>
Preparing NZ for shift to digital agriculture
Friday, 13 October 2017, 10:34 am | AgResearch
AgResearch is entering into a major programme to prepare New Zealand for the new era of digital agriculture. More >>
Fencing of waterways an effective tool to combat pollution
Wednesday, 4 October 2017, 8:21 pm | AgResearch
Fencing of waterways an effective tool to combat pollution Fencing of waterways has proven very effective where it has been used to combat the risks of contamination from agriculture, AgResearch says. AgResearch’s Professor Rich McDowell, the chief ... More >>
Lasers from above to zap weeds
Wednesday, 4 October 2017, 11:32 am | AgResearch
Drone-mounted lasers could be used to zap weeds that are posing a billion-dollar problem for New Zealand agriculture, AgResearch scientists say. More >>
Decades old DNA match aids battle against pasture pests
Monday, 11 September 2017, 12:38 pm | AgResearch
AgResearch scientists tackling costly farm pests have shown their skills as amateur detectives, tracking down and using DNA from decades-old museum collections to prove their case. More >>
Economic impact of weeds far greater than estimate
Wednesday, 19 July 2017, 12:40 pm | AgResearch
The true cost of weeds to New Zealand’s agricultural economy is likely to be far higher than previous research would suggest, according to a new study funded by AgResearch. More >>
Praise for former Chair as board enters new era
Tuesday, 11 July 2017, 10:58 am | AgResearch
AgResearch’s new Chair Jeff Grant has paid tribute to his predecessor Sam Robinson for an outstanding nine years leading the organisation through some of its biggest ever change. “Sam has led from the front in advocating for the important science ... More >>
Spotlight on benefits of pre-lamb drenching
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 2:25 pm | AgResearch
Latest research is challenging the popular belief that drenching ewes around the time of lambing will consistently provide production and financial benefit, AgResearch scientists say. At the recent Beef + Lamb New Zealand AgInnovation conference in ... More >>
Getting farm animals through the winter chill
Wednesday, 17 May 2017, 11:01 am | AgResearch
As people hunker down for another cold New Zealand winter, challenging times also lie ahead for animals exposed to the elements out on farms. More >>
Guarding against doomsday for our plant species
Tuesday, 9 May 2017, 12:14 pm | AgResearch
AgResearch has deposited a collection of seeds in a remote Arctic doomsday vault to guard against the loss of plant species in war, disease or disaster striking New Zealand. More >>
AgResearch helping people to breathe easier
Friday, 28 April 2017, 11:29 am | AgResearch
28 April 2017 AgResearch helping people to breathe easier With air quality an increasing concern for people around the world, AgResearch is doing its part in the development of innovative pollution masks that protect the everyday health of users. AgResearch ... More >>
New guidance for West Coast farmers on pests
Monday, 3 April 2017, 12:08 pm | AgResearch
AgResearch scientists are set to present new guidance to West Coast farmers on dealing with some of the region’s worst pests after years of in-depth research alongside locals. More >>
Strong environmental gains on farm show opportunities
Wednesday, 29 March 2017, 2:09 pm | AgResearch
Substantial reductions in the intensity of greenhouse gas emissions at a South Canterbury farm show environmental gains can be made hand in hand with a farm’s growth, scientists say. More >>
Growing sheep milk industry bolstered by science
Monday, 13 March 2017, 11:32 am | AgResearch
New research is adding weight to the benefits of sheep milk as New Zealand’s industry continues to expand its base and reach to the world. More >>
Endangered beetle vs ‘unholy alliance’ of rabbits & redbacks
Wednesday, 8 March 2017, 11:39 am | AgResearch
An “unholy alliance” between rabbits and Australian redback spiders is threatening the existence of an endangered New Zealand species, a study led by AgResearch has shown. More >>
NZ to benefit from new science links to China
Friday, 17 February 2017, 1:21 pm | AgResearch
AgResearch intends to form a joint international research centre with China’s largest state–owned food company and largest university research department specialising in food science and nutrition. More >>
