Ag Research
Low methane livestock research wins supreme award
AgResearch scientists who successfully bred low methane emitting sheep, were this week recognised for their world-first research at the Science New Zealand Awards. Audio
Irish wasps help to eradicate evil weevil
An introduced wasp species is being credited with saving the country almost half a billion dollars.
$133m AgResearch restructure gets go-ahead
AgResearch's controversial restructure has been approved by the government, despite costing $33m more than first proposed.
AgResearch to lay off 5 fewer scientists/techs
AgResearch has confirmed it is laying off 51 scientists and technicians next year, five fewer than it first proposed.
Concern for emissions research after jobs cut
The logic of sacking scientists is being questioned in light of the government's insistence the solution to rising emissions will be found through innovation.
Scientists could 'head overseas for good'
The union representing scientists says a potential loss of 83 scientists at AgResearch could mean these experts will leave the country for overseas positions.
AgResearch confirms job cut talks
AgResearch has confirmed it is talking to staff this week about possibly axing some science jobs, with Radio NZ understanding 20 percent of the roles could be cut.