Independent scientists have commented on an open letter from UK researchers whose field trial of genetically modified wheat has been […]
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Wild GM Canola in United States
American research has shown that genetically modified canola plants grow outside of defined cultivation areas and that the plant’s modified […]
Continue readingTrains, genes and progress
The Rotarua Daily Post has introduced a monthy column from the CEO of Scion, Dr Warren Parker. In his inaugural […]
Continue readingTVNZ/NZPA: AgResearch to go offshore for GE clover
Some of the research into the development of genetically engineered (GE) clover which could reduce pastoral greenhouse gas emissions will […]
Continue readingNewsletter Digest: Ash, DNA swaps and kiwi GM research
Ash means empty skies over Britain Thousands of travellers are feeling the effects of a large volcanic eruption in Iceland, […]
Continue readingNZ Herald: Human genes to be injected into goats, cows, and sheep
Eloise Gibson writes in the New Zealand Herald about the decision by Erma to allow scientists to create and work […]
Continue readingWaikato Times/NZPA: AgResearch granted GE research approval
The Environmental Risk Management Authority (Erma) has granted AgResearch approval to continue working with genetically modified cells and animals. The […]
Continue readingGreener pastures? GM forage crops in New Zealand
ONLINE BRIEFING: Tues 2 March 2010, 10:30 a.m. Drought-resistance, reduced greenhouse gas emissions intensity, superior nutrition for livestock — these […]
Continue readingDom Post: Have faith that scientists will save the planet
Bob Brockie writes in the Dominion Post on the promise that science can save the planet from climate change. He […]
Continue readingNo fireworks at public GMO forum
I’m pleasantly surprised to report that — contrary to some expectations — the public forum held at Te Papa last […]
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