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Endophyte Discovery Team awarded Te Pūiaki Putaiao Matua a Te Pirimia, the Prime Minister's Science Prize!
Please join us in congratulating everyone involved in the Endophyte Discovery Team who were awarded Te Pūiaki Putaiao Matua a Te Pirimia, the Prime Minister's Science Prize, last night at Parliament.
Rural Exchange Podcast: John Caradus - Can GM and non-GM plants co-exist in NZ?
Dom talks with Grasslanz’s John Caradus on how GM, non-GM, and organic farming can co-exist in NZ, why it's challenging but possible, and the need to learn from past mistakes.
Grasslanz Technology claims top science honour
The Supreme Winner of this year’s Science New Zealand Awards is Grasslanz Technology, a subsidiary of AgResearch that has made a significant contribution to our economy and environment.
Agrichemical phaseout requires shift
Opinion piece by AgResearch senior scientist Mark Hurst: The ongoing phaseout of agrichemicals traditionally used to control pasture pests in New Zealand presents a major challenge.
Submission on the Gene Technology Bill
On 17 February 2025, Grasslanz Technology sent its submission on the Gene Technology Bill for consideration by Parliament’s Health Select Committee.
Megan Skiffington appointed Grasslanz CEO
Grasslanz Technology Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Megan Skiffington as its new Chief Executive Officer
AgResearch Scientist wins national science accolade for AR37
Congratulations to AgResearch Senior Scientist David Hume, the winner of the Ballance Science and Research Award at the Beef+LambNZ Awards in October 2024.
Epichloë fungal endophytes essential for pasture persistence
Of all plant species, ryegrass has the greatest contribution to New Zealand’s economy. It is valued at 3.3 times the second most valuable species, Pinus radiata.
FED Talks - Time for a re-think on genetically modified organisms?
Grasslanz CEO John Caradus talks to Federated Farmers on New Zealand's genetically modified organisms laws.
Fieldays Interview - Gene editing - the pros and cons
The choice facing New Zealand in how these opportunities should be regulated so that benefits and risk can be balanced for improved environmental and economic outcomes.
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