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Agricultural and horticultural research


by Ross Galbreath

From the early days of farming in New Zealand, farmers needed to adapt to local conditions. Researchers in government and universities bred new plant and animal varieties, found ways to deal with pests and diseases, and developed innovative new products.

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Main image: Scientist John Widdowson examines plants in a soil fertility experiment

Scientist John Widdowson examines plants in a soil fertility experiment


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