Food
Changes to genetic modification rules would benefit the economy - National
The National Party says New Zealand will be left behind if it does not overhaul restrictions on genetic modification and it plans to address the issue if it leads the next government. Audio
Genetic modification regulation changes need consultation with Māori - advocate
The National Māori Organics Authority says the National Party's plan to remove effective bans on genetic modification is a blatant dismissal of the need to consult with Māori.
The National Party says… Audio
Relief may be on the way for supermarket shoppers
Grocery prices may finally be reaching a turning point according to the latest numbers from Infometrics.
The New Zealand Grocery Supplier Cost Index, commissioned by Foodstuffs, shows an increase of… Audio
National's genetic modification rules long overdue
The president of the International Science Council says a policy to end New Zealand's restrictions on genetic modification would open up valuable opportunities for science.
It follows the National… Audio
Pushback against National's genetic modification plans
The National Party wants to change current restrictions on genetic modifcation if it gets into government.
But critics argue the restrictions are there for a reason.
Spokesperson for GE Free New… Audio
Fruit and Vege Report with Glenn Forsyth
With the programme now from the fresh produce markets is our Minister of Fruit and Veggies Mr Glenn Forsyth. Audio
Top restaurant Pasture closes abruptly after seven years in business
Pasture, the three-hatted, six-seater Auckland restaurant that has been named among the world's best, has closed permanently and abruptly just shy of its seventh birthday.
Roasted carrot & orange soup
This week's recipe is a winter warmer that's simple to make and budget friendly. Jess Daniell of Jess's Underground Kitchen shares her delicious recipe for roasted carrot & orange soup. Audio
Eight companies accused of exporting tainted meat
Eight companies are accused of making and exporting an estimated $29 million worth of tainted fat and meat and bone meal.
Two individual company directors and two employees also face prosecution… Audio
The Warriors fan eating his own gourmet pies on TikTok
Baker and rugby league fan Darren Jarrett runs a cafe called Ashby in St Heliers, Auckland. Not only does he make exceptional pies, Darren's TikTok videos are so popular, he's now… Audio
Fruit and Vege Report with Glenn Forsyth
Twice a week on the regular we hear that music which heralds the appearance on the programme of our Minister of Fruit and Veggies Glenn Forsyth who joined Nathan in the studio. Fruit of the Week… Audio
Arnott's production hits sweet spot with new factory in Auckland
There's something to celebrate for lovers of Arnott's biscuit and cracker products, as a new factory has opened in Auckland.
Wanted: wakeful babes for study into kūmara's impact on the gut
University of Auckland researchers are investigating the benefits of kūmara on babies' microbiomes to see if the vegetable will boost sleep and immune development. Audio
Supermarket pricing complaints continue despite Consumer NZ warning in March
Consumer NZ says it will take its concerns to the Commerce Commission if supermarkets do not sort out their "dodgy specials". Audio
