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New Zealand plans to ban greyhound racing by 2026. While the government cites ongoing animal welfare concerns, the industry argues they’re making strides in safety. With over 1,000 jobs and millions of dollars in revenue at stake, is the ban too harsh, too fast—or just the right move? 

We dive into the government’s Gene Technology Bill, which will end a 30-year ban on genetic engineering. CRISPR, GMO crops, and the ethics of gene editing—who decides what’s acceptable, and what does this mean for New Zealand’s clean, green reputation?