agriculture

EPA’s reassessment of chemicals – In the News

In the News | Published: 17 October 201811 February 2019

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has released a priority chemicals list of 39 chemicals – mostly insecticides, fungicides and weed-killers, that require […]

Australian Cancer Council calls for review of ‘Round-up’ — Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 09 October 201811 February 2019

The Australian Cancer Council is reported to be calling for an independent review into the weedkiller, glyphosate — the active ingredient in […]

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 […]