About AgResearch

Mō AgResearch

Our mission is to create a strong, sustainable pastoral agricultural sector for the benefit of New Zealand 

Our purpose

AgResearch is a group of the Bioeconomy Science Institute(external link). Formed on 1 July 2025, the Bioeconomy Science Institute brings AgResearch, Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research, Plant & Food and Scion into a single organisation.

Our interim purpose is to drive innovation and commercial outcomes in the bioeconomy, using research and technology to support enduring economic growth and resilience, a healthy environment and beneficial social outcomes for New Zealand.

The Bioeconomy Science Institute will aggressively pursue opportunities to lift innovation, commercial outcomes, and adoption of advanced technology to drive economic growth across New Zealand.

Where we are

AgResearch has research centres and farms across the motu (islands).  We have two national centres (in Palmerston North and Lincoln), and two regional centres (in Hamilton and Mosgiel).

Our Strategy

As a Group of the Bioeconomy Science Institute, AgResearch is a strategy-led organisation. We aim to define success through more than just a financial lens and have developed strategies to guide us in how we approach our science.

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Sustainability

Our research aims to support diversified landscapes and enterprises that sustain regional economies while operating within planetary boundaries. This commitment also extends to ensuring our own operational activities are in step with doing what is required.

Sustainability

Employment Equality

We are committed to reducing our gender pay gap and are working towards goals outlined in the Kia Toipoto Public Service Action Plan.

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Holiday Act Remediation

If you were employed by AgResearch between 23 May 2012 to the 16 February 2021, you may be entitled to a remediation payment for incorrectly calculated holiday pay and leave.

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Get in touch with our team

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Send an email to one of our team or check out our facilities located across Aotearoa New Zealand.

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