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Genome sequencing breakthrough promises to cut vineyard sprays by 80%

Mon, 28th Jul 2025
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New genome sequencing tech could slash vineyard chemical sprays by 80%, boosting sustainability and saving millions amid rising disease threats.
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Gene study could cut chemical use by 80% in NZ wine sector

Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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Lincoln University’s genomic study aims to cut chemical use in New Zealand vineyards by up to 80%, boosting sustainable wine production and reducing costs.
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Waikato University & Company-X join forces on AI project

Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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A partnership between the University of Waikato and Company-X aims to enhance research impact in transport and infrastructure, boosting decision-making efficiency.
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Onside unveils new biosecurity tech to protect NZ's primary sector

Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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New Zealand’s agri-tech firm Onside has rolled out a biosecurity app mapping 16,000 rural properties, enhancing monitoring and compliance across primary industries.
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Kordia to deliver business-grade satellite services via Netlinkz Starlink partnership

Thu, 26th Oct 2023
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Kordia has partnered with Netlinkz to offer business-grade, high-speed satellite services via Starlink, enhancing rural coverage.
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New programme addresses skills shortage as tech shakes up primary industries

Mon, 24th Feb 2020
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Microsoft and Massey University launch Industry 4.0 Accelerator to bridge skills gap in New Zealand’s primary industries, boosting innovation.
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The future of Kiwi farming founded on tech & sustainability

Wed, 13th Sep 2017
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This increase in investment is a far more effective approach to optimising the primary sector than the tax and punish policies of other parties.
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University brings robots to show and tell at Fieldays

Thu, 1st Jun 2017
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Horticultural robots set to revolutionize agricultural industries at Fieldays 2017, as robotics technology advances in New Zealand.
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Little appoints shadow Cabinet: Robertson finance, King deputy

Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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Newly elected Labour Party leader Andrew Little has appointed his closest rival for the job, Grant Robertson, to the crucial finance role previousl.
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NZ continues to innovate despite challenging times

Thu, 30th May 2013
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IBM study finds New Zealand continued to innovate despite a challenging global financial environment during the past few years.
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Plant and Food Research selects SAP

Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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New Zealand’s Plant and Food Research has adopted SAP to unify its IT systems post-merger, enhancing efficiency for its global staff and diverse projects.