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New discovery in the fight against livestock facial eczema
The disease costs farmers and the economy an estimated $332m annually.
Govt appoints leaders for new research institutes in major overhaul
Barry Harris will lead the Bioeconomy Science Institute after the merger.
Dairy beef offers potential for significant emissions savings
A new report points to tangible ways farmers could reduce beef herds’ carbon footprint.
Extending the lifespan of calves will create a new market for new protein source
New Zealand’s low-carbon beef production is set to accelerate.
Innovators and scientists recognised at Beef + Lamb NZ Awards
The judges described one farm as a shining example of innovation.
'Nasty disease': Scientist backs commitment to eradicate any incursion of foot-and-mouth
AgResearch chief scientist Axel Heiser agreed the approach to 'stamp it out' is right.
Earthworm research offers real potential
Research by Hill Labs of Hamilton into earthworm eDNA offers real potential to farming.
Facial eczema research holds promise for Kiwi farmers
Disease affects a range of livestock including sheep, cattle, deer, goats, and alpacas.
The Country at Fieldays: Chris Hipkins at Mystery Creek
Nation,Hipkins, Luxton, Smith, Dangen Zone, Casey, Langford, Groundswell, Te Brake,Ormrod.
What makes a good farmer and is there an urban/rural divide?
Do urban and rural groups have different ideas about good farmers?
'Stainless steel cows': Is precision fermentation a threat to Kiwi farmers?
NZ labs could soon start mass-producing dairy-identical products without using cows.
Cow-less dairy product company given green light to expand
Auckland-based Daisy Lab has spent the past few years developing dairy-identical proteins.
AgResearch to showcase genetic tech opportunities at Fieldays
'Genetic modification and gene editing may offer solutions to help farmers.'
Gene genius: How gene technology is changing the future of food
Opinion: Ethical use of genetic tech may accelerate the adoption of new crops and animals.
Rural news in brief: Fieldays and bird hunting licences
A quick look at what's happening in rural New Zealand.
Waikato initiatives stand out as Biosecurity Award finalists
The finalists have all contributed significantly to safeguarding the biosecurity of NZ.
Whanganui gardeners warming to bananas
Backyard banana growers in Whanganui are increasing
NZ-made Covid vaccine booster trial to begin next year
NZ scientists plan to trial a locally-made Covid-19 booster vaccine by the end of 2022.
Wood revolution: New factory aimed at NZ domestic market
Gisborne plant a world-first and the structural lumber solely for the domestic market.
Covering Climate Now: How do we shrink agriculture's climate footprint?
The Climate Change Commission has proposed a cut to livestock numbers. Is it inevitable?
Public servant's $300k payout after bullying investigation
The findings or even the existence of a bullying report have never been made public.
New Covid-19 testing method could slash wait times
.AgResearch, with support from fellow Crown Research Institute ESR, is leading the study.
Covid-19: Border closures bring sharp drop in pest incursions
Covid-19 not the only nasty NZ's border closures have kept out, with fewer pests reported.
Research to find new Covid test and light technology to combat virus
AgResearch leading the two research projects.
How genetically modified NZ goats could help fight cancer
Genetically-tweaked goats could aid in the fight against cancer, NZ trial finds.
Research and development will get more than $400m
Money will come from the Budget and the Covid Response and Recovery Fund.
Former CEO was investigated for bullying, report kept secret
High-powered lawyer Maria Dew QC was brought in by the board to investigate.