GM grass may not be so green
Millions are being spent creating new grasses but the benefits remain uncertain.
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Calls for inquiry into failed experiments on animals
The Soil and Health Association is backing calls by the Green Party for a parliamentary inquiry into failed genetic experiments on animals.
Redbacks could threaten native wildlife - scientist
Redback spiders could thrive in some areas of NZ, posing a real threat to native wildlife, a scientist says.
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The future of wool is bright, thanks to some high-tech fabrics developed by New Zealand scientists, which were put through their paces by eight designers today.
GE clover could cut livestock methane by 10 per cent
Agricultural scientists say a genetically engineered clover could reduce methane emissions from livestock by 10 per cent.
Mutant cows die in GM trial
Genetically modified cows were born with ovaries that grew so large they caused ruptures and killed the animals.
Human genes to be injected into goats, cows, and sheep
Scientists have been given permission to put human genes into goats, sheep and cows for the next 20 years.
NZ lamb produces hefty 'footprint'
A 100gm serving of NZ lamb consumed in Britain carries a carbon "cost" equivalent to nearly 2kg of carbon dioxide, new research shows.
GE plants promoted as 'cisgenic'
NZ researchers appear to be gearing up for a new bid to win over consumers before the first applications for release of GE pasture species.