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In Episode 85 of Talking Dairy, Jac McGowan chats with Dr Bruce Thorrold, DairyNZ’s Chief Science Advisor, about gene technologies in relation to the dairy sector. With the New Zealand Government updating its laws on gene technology, Bruce explains what this could mean for farmers, from reducing environmental impact to increasing productivity. He also discusses the opportunities and risks, and shares the questions which are top of mind for dairy farmers as this topic comes back into focus. This episode provides a clear and balanced look at how gene technologies could shape the future of dairy farming in New Zealand.

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Further reading

NZ Herald: Gene technologies - time for a change

MBIE: Gene technology regulation

AgResearch: Pasture biotechnology: Breeding for a better future

DairyNZ webinar for dairy farmers: Shaping the future - New Zealand’s gene technology reform

For the first time in over 20 years, New Zealand’s gene technology laws are getting a major overhaul. Greater access to gene technologies presents both opportunities and risks for the dairy sector. Join DairyNZ in this webinar to explore how these reforms could impact farmers in the future and how you can participate in this important government process. Available on two dates. Register using the links shown below:

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