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Climate Change
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Food Production
New Zealand Food Composition Database
Carbon Emissions
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Collagen
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Mobile Aquaculture
Fresh Water
Plant and Food Research
Pollination
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Sustainable Food Production
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Welcome to Scigest - podcast-sized servings of digestible science from Plant & Food Research. Join us as we explore the advancements and impact our scientists are making in food production, including developing new cultivars, innovative new foods, to bioprotection science, AI and technology, and creating sustainable production systems. Listen to our scientists as they share and discuss current res... more

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Most growers and home gardeners don't view thrips positively, but perhaps we could change your perspective. This week, data scientist and podcaster Tom Moore speaks to entomologist Mette Nielsen about her career in entomology, particularly her resear... more

Most people are already familiar with products like oat milk and almond butter, but what about barley yoghurt? Scientists at Plant & Food Research are developing a new plant-based product: yoghurt made from barley grain. In this week's podcast, scien... more

People | Planet | Food - Host Roger Robson-Williams speaks with sustainability experts Saskia Verraes and Martin Rich about the future they aspire to create through their work. They discuss the encouraging signs of progress in Aotearoa New Zealand an... more

Gene editing is a new technology with the potential to breed new crops faster. With changing regulations worldwide on how gene editing can be incorporated into food production systems, what does it actually take to gene edit a plant crop? This week S... more

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Recent Guests

Martin Rich
Co-creator of the FutureFit Business Benchmark, international sustainability professional
FutureFit Foundation
Episode: Hope in turbulent times (PPF)
Saskia Verraes
Director of impact at Proxima Consulting and social entrepreneur
Proxima Consulting
Episode: Hope in turbulent times (PPF)
Zac Hanley
General Manager for New Cultivar Innovation
Plant and Food Research
Episode: The challenge of gene editing a plant (NT)
Stephen Wallace
Sustainability Manager working across Plant and Food Research and AgResearch.
AgResearch and Plant and Food Research
Episode: Bringing change through compost, carbon, and connection (PPF)
Jack Donaldson
Leads business development at Mackwell and Co
Mackwell and Co
Episode: A fresh look at steam power (PPF)
Georgina Dowd
Researcher focused on fish cell biology and aquaculture
Plant & Food Research
Episode: Fish bites: The Potential of Lab-Grown Food (FTS)
Mike Casey
Innovator and entrepreneur in smart food and energy systems.
Forrest Lodge, Rewiring Aotearoa
Episode: Powering up the food system (PPF)
Catherine Leeper
Learning Advisor at Climate Action Campus
Climate Action Campus Ōtautahi
Episode: The Climate Action Campus (PPF)
Anna Kokeny
Entomologist and research associate at Plant & Food Research
Plant & Food Research
Episode: Anna Kokeny: starting with a solitary bee (SLFM)

Hosts

Roger Robson-Williams
Host of discussions with experts in sustainability, agriculture, and food science, sharing important insights from the scientific community.
James Sainsbury
Host discussing various scientific topics within the realm of food systems and sustainable practices.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • 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 Zealanda year 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
    Australia4 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 Zealand5 years ago
  • Interesting podcasts

    Cool to have NZ science in a podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sid5000
    New Zealand5 years ago
  • Absolutely Brilliant

    Excellent podcast, as a horticultural student doing a BSc this podcast is very informative to the course I’m doing and my own interests particularly liked the biosecurity episodes ended up doing a presentation in Uni inspired by the episodes. Great podcast will be listening to all that you guys produce. Great for anyone with a scientific interest and curious mind.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Murphy00077
    United Kingdom7 years ago

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Audiences express enthusiasm for the diverse topics that underline significant global issues such as climate change and sustainable agricultural practices.
Listeners appreciate the blend of entertainment and learning, often finding the discussions insightful and engaging.
Many highlight the relevance of the content to academic pursuits and the field of food science.

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Bringing change through compost, carbon, and connection (PPF)
Q: Are there particular people that have inspired you on your journey so far in your sustainability career?
Wallace mentions inspirational colleagues and managers who encouraged him to engage in sustainability activities and inspired him through their actions.
Bringing change through compost, carbon, and connection (PPF)
Q: What actual actions are happening on the ground?
Wallace discusses practical steps like conducting energy audits, switching to LED lighting, and developing fuel transition plans that both organizations are implementing to reduce emissions.
Fish bites: The Potential of Lab-Grown Food (FTS)
Q: Do you think this is going to be a major source of nutrition for people in the future?
Georgina expresses uncertainty, indicating that while there are promising aspects, significant challenges remain in scaling up cultured seafood production for mass consumption.
Fish bites: The Potential of Lab-Grown Food (FTS)
Q: What are the main steps you have to do to go from fish to the cells in the dish?
Georgina describes the process of isolating cells from a piece of fish muscle and providing the optimal conditions for those cells to replicate in a lab environment.
Fish bites: The Potential of Lab-Grown Food (FTS)
Q: What types of diseases can you explore using cell culture approaches?
Georgina explains that any disease-causing agent can be examined using cell lines, including bacterial and fungal diseases, which helps in vaccine development and therapeutics.

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Frequently Asked Questions About scigest

What is scigest about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast presents engaging discussions focused on noteworthy advancements and research initiatives in food production and sustainability by scientists from Plant & Food Research. Its episodes explore a variety of topics including new food cultivars, bioprotection, artificial intelligence, and innovative technologies that contribute to sustainable agricultural systems. Listeners can expect insights into the landscape of science in New Zealand, covering crucial areas like climate change, international development, and ecological health, through a blend of expert interviews and relatable narratives. The diversity in subject matter, alongside the commitment to scientific integrity, makes this an essential listen for those interested in cutt... more

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2. Saskia Verraes
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5. Jack Donaldson
6. Georgina Dowd
7. Mike Casey
8. Catherine Leeper

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