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Monday, 07 April 2014 11:32

Fat gene a PGP milestone

SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH by Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) has discovered a 'fat gene', providing a genetic explanation as to why some cows produce higher fat content in their milk than others, says Primary Industries Minister, Nathan Guy.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 02 April 2014 09:12

New PGP for avocado industry

PRIMARY INDUSTRIES Minister Nathan Guy is welcoming a new Primary Growth Partnership (PGP) programme for the avocado industry, which aims to triple productivity and quadruple returns by 2023.

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