The Bioeconomy Science Institute Maiangi Taiao brings together New Zealand’s four leading bioeconomy research institutes, AgResearch, Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research, Plant & Food Research, and Scion, into a single organisation.
We are more than 2,300 people, including more than 1,500 scientists and researchers, located across Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world.
Together, our world-class science can advance innovation in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, aquaculture, biotechnology and manufacturing; protect and enhance ecosystems from biosecurity threats and climate risks; and develop new bio-based technologies and products.
The Bioeconomy Science Institute is a Crown Research Institute, owned by the New Zealand Government and governed by an independent Board of Directors. We have deep relationships with business, industry bodies, Māori iwi and hapū, universities, independent research organisations, government, and communities.
