scigest - Plant & Food Research podcast
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scigest - Plant & Food Research podcast
Welcome to Scigest - podcast-sized servings of digestible science from the Bioeconomy Science Institute. Join us as we explore the advancements and impact our scientists are making in advancing innovation in agriculture, aquaculture, forestry, biotechnology and manufacturing; protecting ecosystems f...
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Understanding red needle cast in NZ forests (BDIS)
Red needle cast is one of the most significant diseases affecting New Zealand's radiata pine forests. In this episode of Scigest, scientist and host D...
Linley Jesson: Dissecting the data (SLFM)
Data is transforming the way we do science. In this episode of scigest, host and scientist Tom Moore sits down with Principal Scientist Dr Linley Jess...
Wildfires – the science behind predicting fire behaviour (FTL)
Wildfires can be devastating for New Zealand’s communities and landscapes and they’re becoming more frequent, with the country experiencing an average...
Bioenergy and biofuels: Building New Zealand's energy security (FTL)
What practical steps can Aotearoa New Zealand take to strengthen its energy security while creating jobs and reducing environmental impacts?
In...
Pauline Kerbirio: A world of plant breeding (SLFM)
Developing new plant varieties helps keep consumers interest in crops and also assists growers manage environmental challenges, such as new pests and...
The Allan Herbarium - 800,000 specimens and counting (FTL)
The Allan Herbarium houses plant species from around the world, with a particular focus on indigenous and exotic plants of Aotearoa, New Zealand and t...
For the love of hoppy beers (SLFM)
As a lover of hoppy beers and the outdoor life, it was natural that plant breeder Kerry Templeton should be tempted to head down from Auckland to Motu...
Tree talk: Establishing natives and managing wilding pine spread (FTL)
Indigenous trees are vital for environmental health and biodiversity, and Aotearoa New Zealand has bold plans to re-establish them. Scientist and Scig...
The Arctic Apple story (NT)
Arctic Apples are one of the first fruits globally developed using gene technologies. Available for consumers in the USA since 2017, the Arctic series...
Endophytes – the little microorganism making a big difference (FTL)
Pasture plays a vital role in many farming systems by providing essential feed for the livestock that support our food and fibre industries. But what...
Hyperseeds: Embracing AI to find solutions for NZ's seed industry (NT)
Principal Scientist Marlon dos Reis joins host Rebecca Bloomer to explore how the Bioeconomy Science Institute is using advanced technology to help so...
Finding a moth in a haystack - The important role of citizen scientists (BDIS)
Aotearoa New Zealand’s next biosecurity threat might not arrive by ship or plane — it could already be in the air.
In this episode of scigest, s...
Nationally Significant Collections held at the Bioeconomy Science Institute (FTL)
Host Dr Hilary Ireland speaks with Dr Bevan Weir about the vital role Aotearoa New Zealand’s nationally significant collections and databases play in...
The soils beneath our feet (FTL)
We’re celebrating World Soil Day by exploring the vital role soils play in the landscapes, food systems and environmental resilience of Aotearoa New Z...
Crafting a crunch - Building the JAZZ™ & ENVY™ apple legacy (BTS)
In the spring of 1985, a pivotal breeding cross produced two of New Zealand’s most successful apple varieties —Scifresh and Scilate — later commercial...
Crafting a crunch - 40 years of apple innovation (FTL)
In the spring of 1985, a pivotal breeding cross produced two of New Zealand’s most successful apple varieties —Scifresh and Scilate— later commerciali...
Protecting a plant with PVR (FTL)
When you go to the supermarket, you’ll find lots of different varieties of fruits and vegetables. Many people have a favourite apple, kiwifruit, potat...
Nature, hunger and food waste with Iain Lees-Galloway (PPF)
Feed people, not landfill. Around 30% of food grown for human consumption never gets eaten, yet thousands still go hungry. What role does food rescue...
The science of biofoul and making the most of a bad thing (FTS)
From shellfish and seaweeds to tiny amphipods, biofouling is the stubborn layer of life that clings to boats and marine structures, creating costly ma...
Intellectual property in science (BTS)
How do you take a brilliant scientific idea and turn it into something that makes a real difference in the world? The answer often starts with intelle...
Silent Spring, Star Wars, and sustainable business (PPF)
What is sustainability, and how can businesses contribute to it? Why do many larger organisations in Aotearoa New Zealand align with the Sustainable B...
Sue Muggleston: Protecting ideas, powering discovery (SLFM)
Securing intellectual property (IP) for our research is now a vital aspect of science delivery in Aotearoa New Zealand, though this was not always the...
A natural defence for vineyard pests (BDIS)
Mealybugs may be tiny, but they’re causing big problems for Aotearoa New Zealand’s wine industry by spreading the destructive Grapevine leafroll-assoc...
Using AI to help create new plant proteins (NT)
In this episode of Scigest, we delve into the fascinating and ever-evolving world of utilising artificial intelligence in science. Host and senior sci...
Up-beet about sustainable sugar (PPF)
Grab a cuppa and prepare to be recharged by this high-energy chat with Dr Vicky Foster about the British sugar industry. Vicky has held various leader...
Packing a punch for sustainability (PPF)
Fancy a sprinkle of positivity? Then check out this conversation with Sarah Lei, Head of Sustainability at Trevelyan's Pack & Cool Ltd., an understate...
People, planet, kiwifruit – with Rachel Depree (PPF)
What does it take to deliver sustainable livelihoods for growers, green international shipping, and support healthy nutrition around the globe? In thi...
Under the Skin – Perfecting Nature’s Packaging (FTL)
The skin of fruit serves more than just a protective barrier; it acts as nature’s packaging—the first element we notice, touch, and often judge. In th...
Trust, tech and the table: the future of food with Jack Bobo (SMAS)
Food futurist Jack Bobo joins scientist Hilary Ireland to explore the future of food production. From the impact of agriculture on the planet to the p...
Mette Nielsen: The incredibly beautiful thrips! (SLFM)
Most growers and home gardeners don't view thrips positively, but perhaps we could change your perspective. This week, data scientist and podcaster To...
Plant-based yoghurts (SITK)
Most people are already familiar with products like oat milk and almond butter, but what about barley yoghurt? Scientists at Plant & Food Research are...
Hope in turbulent times (PPF)
People | Planet | Food - Host Roger Robson-Williams speaks with sustainability experts Saskia Verraes and Martin Rich about the future they aspire to...
The challenge of gene editing a plant (NT)
Gene editing is a new technology with the potential to breed new crops faster. With changing regulations worldwide on how gene editing can be incorpor...
Bringing change through compost, carbon, and connection (PPF)
People | Planet | Food – In this episode, host Roger Robson-Williams chats with friend and colleague Stephen Wallace, Sustainability Manager at AgRese...
Suzie Newman: A life in International development (SLFM)
Success in international development projects requires not only a variety of skills, including project management, people, and technical skills, but a...
A fresh look at steam power (PPF)
People | Planet | Food – in this episode, host Roger Robson-Williams delves into the innovative world of modern steam power with Jack Donaldson from M...
Fish bites: The Potential of Lab-Grown Food (FTS)
Cellular agriculture is an evolving technology where animal meat is grown in a lab using just their cells. This process is potentially an important wa...
Rebecca Campbell: Mapping out a career in geoinformatics (SLFM)
Geoinformatics is the analysis of spatial data using technology to understand and solve real-world problems.
Scientist and Scigest podcast host...
Plant elicitors - a vaccine for plants? (BDIS)
Plant elicitors have huge potential to help protect New Zealand crops from disease. Acting much like a vaccine, these elicitors allow plants to defend...
Powering up the food system (PPF)
People | Planet | Food - Roger Robson-Williams speaks with Mike Casey, about producing cherries without using fossil fuels and running a charity calle...