About us

The Bioresource Processing Alliance (BPA) provides access to the combined world-class science capabilities and technical facilities of aligned New Zealand research providers.

We provide funding support for appropriate projects that utilise the expertise of our research partners.

We help our industry partners to:

  • Access raw materials from across the primary sector
  • Develop new high-value products from raw biological materials
  • Establish robust economic analysis and development plans
  • Develop methodologies for processing resources
  • Tap into pilot scale plants to assess the commercial feasibility of a new process or product
  • Reduce costs of processing resources
  • Increase the value of raw materials
Our people
Our Process
Funding & Tools
Our Science & Technologies
Case Studies

Case Studies

The Bioresource Processing Alliance is proud to work with a diverse range of industry leaders

Spotlight on our summer interns

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Cetogenix is advancing circular energy solutions with BPA support

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The Loopback bangle – a blueprint for collaboration

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Transforming bread waste into sustainable packaging: the Baking Industry Research Trust’s pioneering project

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KiwiLeather Innovations: turning kiwifruit waste into high-performance, plastic-free vegan leather

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How Ārepa and the BPA are turning blackcurrant waste into a world-first discovery

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Study finds meat can beat plant-based on carbon and nutrition, opening door to billion-dollar opportunity

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How we’re helping harness the untapped potential of bioresources: BPA case studies

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From Lab Bench to Longline: My Journey Developing the Sea Sausage

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Bio-Based Foams for Building Safety

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From stage to science: BPA supports Darius Martin-Baker on his journey

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Lincoln University study looks to reduce carbon emissions in wine production

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From Lab to Larvae: My Journey into Insect Bioconversion

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Discovering unique health benefits from natural fruit extracts

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Low-Carbon Beef Snack That’s as Good for the Planet as It Is for You

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Upcycling a mass crop to produce alternative protein products

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How collaboration and big thinking can create global firsts

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Circular bioeconomy propelled by the power of partnership

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BPA’s support a catalyst for growth – Good Grub Agritech

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New Zealand King Salmon & Omega Plus

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Ovāvo freeze-dried avocado powder

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Nature’s Flame wood pellet production

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Evolution of ecostock anaerobic digestion pilot plant

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