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New Zealand Institute for Bioeconomy Science Limited
Sustainability
Plant & Food Research
Climate Change
New Zealand
Agriculture
Food Production
New Zealand Food Composition Database
Carbon Emissions
Māori
Collagen
Plant Genetics
Mobile Aquaculture
Plant and Food Research
Fresh Water
Pollination
Ōhiwa Harbour
Ground Wētā
Marlborough
Sustainable Food Production
Chinook Salmon

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 from biosecurity threats and climate risks; and developing new bio-based technologies and products. L... more

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Host Dr Hilary Ireland speaks with Dr Bevan Weir about the vital role Aotearoa New Zealand’s nationally significant collections and databases play in protecting biodiversity and strengthening biosecurity. Bevan shares stories that highlight why taxon... more

We’re celebrating World Soil Day by exploring the vital role soils play in the landscapes, food systems and environmental resilience of Aotearoa New Zealand. Host Rebecca Bloomer is joined by soil scientist Pierre Roudier, President of the New Zealan... more

In the spring of 1985, a pivotal breeding cross produced two of New Zealand’s most successful apple varieties —Scifresh and Scilate — later commercialised and marketed by T&G Global as JAZZ™ and ENVY™ apples. This pioneering work at the Bioeconomy Sc... more

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In the spring of 1985, a pivotal breeding cross produced two of New Zealand’s most successful apple varieties —Scifresh and Scilate— later commercialised and marketed by T&G Global as JAZZ™ and Envy™ apples. This pioneering work at the Bioeconomy Sci... more

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Dr. Bevan Weir
Research Priority Leader for Collections, Databases and Curation
Bioeconomy Science Institute
Episode: Nationally Significant Collections held at the Bioeconomy Science Institute (FTL)
Jemma Whiten
Head of Global Marketing at T&G Global
T&G Global
Episode: Crafting a crunch - Building the JAZZ™ & ENVY™ apple legacy (BTS)
Richard Volz
Scientist and apple breeder in the Plant and Food Research Group.
Plant and Food Research
Episode: Crafting a crunch - 40 years of apple innovation (FTL)
Emma Brown
Plant Variety Rights Manager at Plant and Food Research
Plant and Food Research
Episode: Protecting a plant with PVR (FTL)
Iain Lees-Galloway
General Manager at the Aotearoa Food Rescue Alliance
Aotearoa Food Rescue Alliance
Episode: Nature, hunger and food waste with Iain Lees-Galloway (PPF)
Sue Muggleston
Retired intellectual property manager and expert in IP management
Plant and Food Research
Episode: Intellectual property in science (BTS)
Mike Burrell
CEO of the Sustainable Business Council
Sustainable Business Council
Episode: Silent Spring, Star Wars, and sustainable business (PPF)
Jay Crangle
Head of ESG at the Sustainable Business Council
Sustainable Business Council
Episode: Silent Spring, Star Wars, and sustainable business (PPF)
Michelle Thompson
PhD candidate focused on grapevine defense mechanisms against mealybugs
Lincoln University
Episode: A natural defence for vineyard pests (BDIS)

Hosts

Hillary Ireland
Host of Scigest, passionate about translating scientific research into engaging discussions for broader audiences.
Roger Robson-Williams
Chief Sustainability Officer at Plant and Food Research, focused on sustainability in agriculture.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Inspiring science space

    Hands down the best podcast I’ve listened to, every episode is so insightful, such a great variety of information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Unigirl25
    New Zealand7 months ago
  • Surprisingly awesome

    I didn’t know PFR even existed until last week. Some fantastic research going on and it’s great to hear about it in depth through these interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AsturaBanura
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Food science heaven

    Loving this podcast. As a plant scientist myself, it’s such a treat to find a podcast that delves into food plant science 👌🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ambrosia_jess
    Australia5 years ago
  • Learning and Entrerainment

    I always find this podcast entertaining, and many times I end up learning something. The most important is that it reminds me to when I was at uni, so I quite like that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VictorMzttSa
    New Zealand6 years ago
  • Interesting podcasts

    Cool to have NZ science in a podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sid5000
    New Zealand6 years ago

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Nationally Significant Collections held at the Bioeconomy Science Institute (FTL)
Q: How can technology enhance the utility of our nationally significant collections?
New technologies like genome sequencing can help identify species and add insights into disease-causing abilities of organisms.
Nationally Significant Collections held at the Bioeconomy Science Institute (FTL)
Q: What are nationally significant collections and databases?
These were set up by the government to maintain unique scientific collections important for long-term research and funding.
Crafting a crunch - Building the JAZZ™ & ENVY™ apple legacy (BTS)
Q: Is sustainability part of the brand messaging?
Yes, sustainability is important, but consumer needs for quality must come first.
Crafting a crunch - Building the JAZZ™ & ENVY™ apple legacy (BTS)
Q: How do you ensure consistency and quality when apples are grown in different countries?
Through stringent quality processes and established relationships with growers to guarantee market standards.
Crafting a crunch - Building the JAZZ™ & ENVY™ apple legacy (BTS)
Q: What are the essentials of turning a new Apple variety into a global consumer brand?
It's crucial to understand consumer needs and effectively combine those insights with the quality of the product.

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The podcast focuses on recent advancements in bioeconomy sciences, emphasizing the innovative work being conducted in agriculture, aquaculture, forestry, biotechnology, and manufacturing. Each episode invites scientists to share insights on their ongoing research, addressing critical issues such as ecosystem protection from biosecurity threats, the impact of climate change, and the development of new bio-based technologies. Unique elements include the podcast's structured series format, each targeting specific scientific themes, allowing listeners to choose content based on their interests. This inclusive approach to science communication aims to engage both professionals in the field and the general public, making complex topics accessible... more

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1. Dr. Bevan Weir
2. Jemma Whiten
3. Richard Volz
4. Emma Brown
5. Iain Lees-Galloway
6. Sue Muggleston
7. Mike Burrell
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