Our unique geology provides New Zealand with an extraordinary opportunity to harness a powerful and versatile natural resource with diverse applications. Stunning vistas showcasing our globally significant taonga, combined with early innovation in energy development, laid the foundation for New Zealand’s energy profile and propelled us forward as a global geothermal leader.
This report provides an in-depth analysis on the structure, dynamics and growth potential of New Zealand's seafood industry, both wild catch and aquaculture. Key seafood firms are profiled. All key firms were interviewed and industry comment included in the report.
Plant and Food Research receives $42.7 million per year of Strategic Science Investment Fund (SSIF) funding for 2 science platforms – Plant-based food and seafood production and Premium plant-based and seafood products.
Through the 2025 Te Pūnaha Hihiko: Vision Mātauranga Capability Fund funding round, the Government is investing in 15 projects that will strengthen capability, innovation capacity and networks between Māori and the science, innovation and technology system, for the benefit of New Zealand.
Through the 2026 Ara Whaihua funding round of the He Ara Whakahihiko Capability Fund, we received 57 proposals. The Government is investing in 19 work programmes that focus primarily on the pathway to commercialisation and/or economic growth from excellent science.