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Gene editing in primary industries – In The News

In the News | Published: 05 October 201811 February 2019

New Zealand has historically had a conservative approach to gene editing, but embracing gene editing technology could allow us to […]

Gene editing in primary industries – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 04 October 201808 February 2019

A new discussion paper evaluates the potential uses of gene editing for New Zealand’s primary industries. New Zealand has historically […]

Glyphosate and bees – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 25 September 201811 February 2019

New research from the US has found the active ingredient in the weed killer Roundup could be contributing to the […]

Low-emissions economy report – In the News

In the News | Published: 04 September 201811 February 2019

The Productivity Commission has completed its report into transitioning to a low-emissions economy and recommends three crucial shifts: switching to […]

How does methane contribute to global warming – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 30 August 201811 February 2019

New research released by the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment Simon Upton highlights the impact methane from New Zealand’s livestock […]

Beef feedlots in NZ – Expert Q&A

Expert Q&A | Published: 29 August 201811 February 2019

Intensive beef farming is the latest farming practice to be called into question by activists. Most of New Zealand’s beef herd are […]

Irrigation efficiency not so efficient – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 24 August 201811 February 2019

It might seem like common sense that increasing the efficiency of irrigation would save water. But in a Policy Forum […]

Monsanto loses glyphosate cancer case – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 13 August 201811 February 2019

Environment Minister Eugenie Sage has said she will be asking the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to consider adding Roundup to a […]

Land and Water recommendations – In the News

In the News | Published: 27 June 201812 February 2019

The Land and Water Forum has reported back to Government with a series of recommendation for improving water quality, but […]

Impacts of Mycoplasma bovis eradication – Expert reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 30 May 201812 February 2019

Cabinet decided on Monday to continue efforts to eradicate the cattle disease Mycoplasma bovis. Experts say the efforts will have repercussions for […]

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