Welcome to Plant & Food Research
Plant & Food Research is a New Zealand-based science company formed in December 2008 through the merger of HortResearch and Crop & Food Research.
With over 900 staff based at sites across New Zealand as well as in Europe, the USA and Australia, Plant & Food Research provides research and development that adds value to fruit, vegetable, crop and food products.
Our research and commercial partnerships cover a broad spectrum of disciplines and industry sectors - from molecular biology to nutrigenomics, fresh fruit to high value seafood products. At the heart of Plant & Food Research is a goal to underpin the growth of plant and marine-based industry in New Zealand and offshore through the successful application and commercialisation of research-based innovation.
Our science in key areas including elite cultivar development, sustainable production systems and bioprotection supports the production of high quality produce that earns a premium in international markets, while our research into food science and the consumer drives the design and development of new and novel functional foods that offer benefits to human health and wellbeing.
Latest News
New research highlights sports recovery potential in blackcurrants
A preliminary study by the New Zealand Institute for Plant & Food Research suggests that natural chemicals found in blackcurrants may help balance the impacts exercise can have on the body.Europe recognises New Zealand expertise in apple breeding
Scientists at Plant & Food Research have received funding to encourage science collaboration with Spanish and Italian researchers.Public Notice
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