scigest - Bioeconomy Science Institute podcasts
New Zealand Institute for Bioeconomy Science LimitedWelcome 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
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 192 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NutritionScienceHealth & FitnessNatural Sciences | |||
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What practical steps can Aotearoa New Zealand take to strengthen its energy security while creating jobs and reducing environmental impacts? In this episode of Scigest, host and scientist Darryl Herron talks with Paul Bennett, Integrated Bioenergy Po... more
Developing new plant varieties helps keep consumers interest in crops and slo assists growers manage environmental challenges, such as new pests and diseases and changing climates. In this latest "Science life for me” series podcast, scientist and Sc... more
The Allan Herbarium houses plant species from around the world, with a particular focus on indigenous and exotic plants of Aotearoa, New Zealand and the South Pacific. It contains approximately 800,000 specimens, which include dried plants, lichens, ... more
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 Motueka nine years ago to take on the hop breeder role for the Bioeconomy Science Institute. In this lat... more
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Hands down the best podcast I’ve listened to, every episode is so insightful, such a great variety of information.
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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.
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Loving this podcast. As a plant scientist myself, it’s such a treat to find a podcast that delves into food plant science 👌🏼
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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.
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Apple Podcasts | #166 |  Germany/Science/Natural Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #22 | New Zealand/Science/Natural Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #47 |  Taiwan/Science/Natural Sciences |
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Apple Podcasts | #171 |  Brazil/Science/Natural Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #183 | New Zealand/Science |
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Sci-disciplinary conversations from a NZ bioeconomy institute, featuring researchers and industry experts who explore agriculture, biosecurity, forestry, and food innovation. Episodes cover plant science, IP, marketing, seed technology, native restoration, and regulatory pathways for new traits, often tying research to real-world applications and policy. Notable strengths include a strong, multi-disciplinary angle, NZ-centric topics with global relevance, and a consistent emphasis on practical impact, collaboration, and biosecurity. Listeners likely include researchers, policymakers, growers, marketers, and sustainability-minded professionals seeking approachable, research-backed insights and industry trends.
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scigest launched 9 years ago and published 192 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on scigest include:
1. Pauline Kerbiriou
2. Jessie Preble
3. Ines Schoenberger
4. Kerry Templeton
5. Tom Carlin
6. Dr. Linda Johnson
7. Dr. Bevan Weir
8. Jemma Whiten
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