Massey University Highlights Regenerative Agriculture and Bioeconomy Innovation at Fieldays
The Massey stand (site PE51) and at the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) Science for Farmers site will allow visitors to explore how science innovation is shaping the future of the food and fibre sector in Aotearoa New Zealand.
With a focus on sustainable systems, Massey is highlighting the vital role invertebrates play in improving soil health, managing organic waste and supporting resilient farming systems.
Black Soldier Fly Larvae Offer Circular Economy Solution
Around 30% of food is lost or wasted across the agrifood chain, from farms and orchards to supermarkets and homes, representing a significant untapped resource.
Massey researchers are exploring how this waste can be repurposed using an unexpected ally – Black Soldier Fly larvae.
Associate Professor in Ecology and Zoology Dr Maria Minor specialises in the ecology of soil invertebrates.
She says circular approaches treat waste as a resource, using processes like composting and bio-conversion to reduce landfill pressure and close nutrient loops.