Could drones take the sting out of removing invasive hornet and wasp nests? We’re investigating if drone tech could make it safer and easier to remove nests in high-risk spots like tall trees and cliff faces. Find out more ➡️ #[bit.ly/47D96er

Passionate about protecting plants, agriculture & ecosystems? 🌿 We’re co-hosting next year’s International Plant Protection Congress (IPPC) in Christchurch! Symposia submissions are open & close Fri 13 Nov. Shape the agenda here: www.ippc2027.com/call-for-sym...

🍎🌳 Step into a colourful digital orchard! Our new interactive exhibition with Auckland Museum lets kids explore how plant science can help fruit trees adapt to climate change – and grow their own virtual fruit tree! 📍 Auckland Museum | Open until Feb 2027 bit.ly/3Wfu5RV

Now THAT'S a hornet's nest! 😮🐝 Our entomologist Natalie Page came face-to-face with this giant nest while researching yellow-legged hornets in on Jersey, Channel Islands. Mature nests can reach up to 80cm tall and weigh several kilograms! Her research will help inform NZs hornet response.

🌿 Have your say on the future of biodiscovery in Aotearoa! Join our online workshops on 20 & 23 October and help shape how we unlock the potential of NZ’s unique biodiversity. Register by 16 October 👇 forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tnjCu7jXvR

🎙️ What shapes a career in science – and what comes next? In the latest Scigest, our Chief Scientist Dr Linda Johnson talks science, leadership and her aspirations for the future of Bioeconomy Science Institute Maiangi Taiao 🎧 Listen bit.ly/4xZP34r or wherever you get your podcasts.

From price-taker to price-maker 🍯 Mānuka Performance is using science, innovation and mātauranga Māori to unlock the potential of indigenous honeys and create higher-value opportunities for Māori producers. Read the latest Ka huri te kei o te waka story: www.bioeconomyscience.co.nz/partner-with...

This #InternationalPodcastDay discover Scigest – the Bioeconomy Science Institute podcast exploring fascinating science and the people behind it. 🏆 Three years of NZ Podcast Awards recognition. Give Scigest a listen 👇 bit.ly/3MHFRzT

We're working with Te Kawerau ā Maki, Auckland Council and 14 mana whenua groups to help restore kauri. Nearly 2000 seedlings grown in our Rotorua nursery have been planted in the Waitākere Ranges, supporting research into a brighter future for this iconic species. Watch 1News: bit.ly/4yDDcdL

What does biodiscovery look like in Aotearoa New Zealand? 🌿 A new market analysis maps opportunities and challenges shaping biodiscovery from our native flora and fauna. 🔗 Read the report: www.bioeconomyscience.co.nz/partner-with... apc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com?url=https%3A...

Join our Summer Internship programme & gain hands-on experience, develop your skills, & connect with the science community Positions available across AoNZ, spanning a broad range of our capabilities 🔬🧪🔎 Dates: 23 Nov '26 - 12 Feb '27 www.bioeconomyscience.co.nz/about-us/int...

🐟 How do you feed a picky eater that’s only 5 mm long? In the latest Scigest, Dr Julie Blommaert and Dr Hemi Cumming explore the science of creating microfeeds for tiny larval fish and why it matters for the future of aquaculture. 🎧 Listen: bit.ly/4yPms2J #Scigest #Aquaculture

🐝 Want more beneficial insects on farm? A new guide, backed by 5 years of research across 60+ Canterbury farms, shows how native plantings can support pollinators and natural enemies of crop pests. 🌱 Explore the science and practical planting advice: bit.ly/4iuwvFE

🌱 Congratulations to Mick Riley, CEO & co-founder of Forever Harvest, named a finalist for the KCA Commercialisation Rising Star Award at the 2026 KiwiNet Awards! 👏 From cellular horticulture research to commercial opportunity – science making an impact. #2026KiwiNetAwards

🥝Former kiwifruit breeder Russell Lowe talks to 1News about the years of research and teamwork behind Gold3 – and its role in the kiwifruit industry’s recovery from Psa. #InTheNews www.1news.co.nz/2026/09/05/n...

Newsmakers: The kiwifruit pioneer who saved an industry

When New Zealand's kiwifruit industry was on the brink of collapse due to disease, Russell Lowe saved the day with the breed that everyone fell in love with.

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We welcomed Eric McKenzie to the National Forest Fungarium at @bioeconomyscience.bsky.social. BioCollections increasingly rely on the knowledge/generosity of retired experts to keep collection-based science thriving. With Eric is Pam Taylor, NZFRIM Collection's Manager. #Mycology #Biocollections 🧪

🌱 Curious about a career in science? Join us for E Tipu, E Rea – a free, hands-on open day for tertiary tauira and graduates to meet researchers, explore science in action and discover where a career in science could take you. 📅 18 Sept | Lincoln Register 👇 bit.ly/3T8wH2T

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Kanapu Exchange has been designed to connect emerging Māori researchers and graduates with industry specialists and organisations as well as offering hands-on experiences that shape our research, scie...

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🐝 Good vs evil. Bees vs hornets. And plenty of science in between. What can NZ learn from countries already living with yellow-legged hornets? 🎧 Dr James Sainsbury joins Scigest podcast to talk bees, beekeepers and biosecurity. Listen wherever you get your podcasts 👇 #[bit.ly/4zJBRTD

The yellow-legged hornet – lessons from overseas beekeepers  · Plant & Food Research

Scientist and host Andrew Dare speaks to Scientist Dr James Sainsbury, who has recently completed a research project developing a yellow-legged hornet readiness guide for the apiculture industry

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🐝 Can DNA in freshwater help find invasive yellow-legged hornets? Andrew Pugh and his team are testing eDNA on Auckland’s North Shore to detect traces left by hornets – potentially helping Biosecurity New Zealand track down hard-to-find nests. 🔗 bit.ly/3SuxsTK

Scientists to trial freshwater eDNA testing for yellow-legged hornets | Bioeconomy Science Institute

Scientists at the Bioeconomy Science Institute Maiangi Taiao are planning to conduct environmental DNA sampling of freshwater in Auckland to help detect yellow-legged hornet presence. Biosecurity Ne...

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🌱 Decades of science, collaboration and impact. Endophyte AR37 is a 2026 KiwiNet Awards finalist! Developed to protect ryegrass from major insect pests, AR37 is estimated to have contributed NZ$3.6 billion to New Zealand’s economy over 20 years. #NZScience #2026KiwiNetAwards

🍎 Meet apple breeder Ben Orcheski, helping develop the next generation of apples with our industry partners – from great taste to disease resistance and resilience for a changing climate. See how NZ science is shaping the apples of the future 👇 bit.ly/4cGNrEX #100YearsOfScienceNZ

New Zealand apples on the world stage

Meet Ben Orcheski - an apple breeder at the Bioeconomy Science Institue Maiangi Taiao who is working alongside our industry partners to develop the next gene...

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🍄 Five decades of fungi! In the latest Scigest podcast, recently retired mycologist Dr Peter Buchanan reflects on a career of fungal research, conservation, collaboration and sharing the remarkable world of fungi with New Zealanders. 🎧 Listen to Part 2: bit.ly/4xgWhBq

🌱 Congratulations to our Chief Scientist Dr Linda Johnson, a finalist for the BNZ Researcher Entrepreneur Award at the 2026 KiwiNet Awards! Fantastic recognition of 20+ years turning science into real-world impact for NZ’s primary industries. 👏 #KiwiNetAwards #NZScience

We’re joining forces with Yangzhou University researchers to tackle livestock methane emissions 🐄🌏 We’ll test whether microemulsification can improve the delivery of bromoform – a natural methane inhibitor found in some seaweed – in the rumen. 🔗 bit.ly/4xXMtN1

New clinical trial results from the Bioeconomy Science Institute show participants taking the NZ-discovered bitter hop extract Amarasate® lost significantly more body fat while maintaining muscle mass during a six-month healthy lifestyle programme. Read more: bit.ly/4i3Ynjt

Ever wondered how raspberries are harvested without turning into jam? Through our Pacific Berries partnership, our Wake®Haven raspberry variety is being harvested right now in Washington State. Behind every delicious berry is years of research, breeding and innovation.

Can industrial seaweed waste support human tissue growth? 🌱🧫 PhD student Janet Reid's research explores this potential with support from AgriSea and the University of Otago, aiming to repurpose kelp waste for regenerative medicine. #100YearsNZ Take a look: bit.ly/4xqjFvZ

Turning seaweed waste into healing solutions

What if waste from the sea could help repair the human body? PhD student Janet Reid is using seaweed-derived nanocellulose to improve materials that help gro...

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A warm welcome to our new Chief Executive, Angus Haslett. 💚 On Monday, staff, guests and representatives of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei gathered for a pōwhiri to welcome Angus into the Bioeconomy Science Institute Maiangi Taiao whānau. Nau mai, haere mai Angus.

We're proud to be represented by four finalists in the 2026 KiwiNet Research Commercialisation Awards! 🎉 From scientific leadership to commercialisation, spin-outs and impact for New Zealand, our finalists showcase the power of science to make a difference. 🧵⬇️

We're excited to welcome Dr Michelle Colgrave as the Bioeconomy Science Institute Maiangi Taiao's new Chief Missions & Impact Officer. An internationally recognised science leader, Michelle will help drive our missions-led approach to delivering impact for Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond. 🌱