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What an incredible evening last week, celebrating the very best of Aotearoa’s cheesemaking industry at the 2026 NZ Champ...
24/03/2026

What an incredible evening last week, celebrating the very best of Aotearoa’s cheesemaking industry at the 2026 NZ Champions of Cheese Awards.

Over the past 30 years, New Zealand has seen an explosion in the diversity and quality of locally produced cheeses - from European-inspired classics to truly unique creations that showcase our local ingredients and heritage. This year’s awards were a powerful reflection of that growth, with a record-breaking 267 entries judged by an expert panel in Auckland.

It was inspiring to see the innovation, craftsmanship, and passion on display across the industry, and to celebrate the achievements of this creative and rapidly evolving sector. Congratulations to all the winners and participants, in particular, Whitestone Cheese for its Monte Christo being awarded the Champion Commercial Cheese Award.

At Eurofins New Zealand, we’re proud to support the cheese and wider dairy sector with our specialised testing services - helping producers ensure product quality, safety, and consistency from farm to finished product. As the industry continues to grow and innovate, we’re here to provide the scientific expertise that underpins success.

Here’s to continued excellence in New Zealand cheesemaking!

Please visit www.eurofins.co.nz to find a lab near you or to connect with our Customer Services team.

Today, 22 March, marks World Water Day - a global time to reflect on the vital role water plays in our lives and the urg...
22/03/2026

Today, 22 March, marks World Water Day - a global time to reflect on the vital role water plays in our lives and the urgent need to ensure safe access for all. This year’s theme, “Where water flows, equality grows,” highlights the powerful connection between water, women, and gender equality.

The global water crisis affects everyone - but not equally. In many communities, women and girls bear the greatest burden. They are the ones who collect water, manage its use, and care for those made ill by unsafe supplies. In doing so, they often sacrifice time, education, health, and economic opportunities.

Despite progress, 2.1 billion people worldwide still lack access to safe drinking water. Every day, women and girls spend a combined 250 million hours collecting water - a stark reminder that access to safe water is not just an environmental issue, but a social and economic one too.

At Eurofins Environment Testing, across New Zealand and beyond, our laboratories play a critical role in safeguarding water quality - from drinking water to marine environments. Through rigorous testing, monitoring, and expert analysis, we help ensure the water communities rely on is safe, trusted, and sustainable.

That’s a wrap on NZPFA Conference 2026!What a fantastic couple days at the NZ Petfood Association Conference at Te Pae i...
20/02/2026

That’s a wrap on NZPFA Conference 2026!

What a fantastic couple days at the NZ Petfood Association Conference at Te Pae in Christchurch. It was a pleasure to reconnect with industry colleagues, meet new faces, and spend time talking with suppliers, manufacturers and petfood providers from across New Zealand.

We always value the opportunity to support this innovative and growing sector, and are proud to stand alongside the petfood and feed industry with reliable, science-based testing solutions.

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by the Eurofins stand to chat with Carla, Lizzie and Mark. If we didn’t catch you in person, our team is always happy to connect after the conference. Please reach out and call our Analytical Service Managers on 0800 387 63467 or visit www.eurofins.co.nz to find a lab near you.




NZPFA Conference 2026 is LIVE!We’re thrilled to be on-site at Te Pae Conference Centre in Christchurch for the New Zeala...
19/02/2026

NZPFA Conference 2026 is LIVE!

We’re thrilled to be on-site at Te Pae Conference Centre in Christchurch for the New Zealand Petfood Association Conference 2026 — and excited to be connecting with suppliers, manufacturers and petfood providers from across the country.

Whether you’re interested in basic guaranteed analysis assays to full packages that prove nutritional adequacy, we’ve got you covered. In addition to complex chemistries, we support every segment of the pet food and feed industry through reliable pathogen, indicator organism, and general microbiological assays.

If you’re attending, make sure you visit the Eurofins stand and meet our Petfood Testing specialists — Carla, Lizzie and Mark. They’re ready to talk through your testing requirements, from raw ingredients and finished products to China Overseas Market Access Requirements and AAFCO guidelines.

We hope to see you there!



Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate.As we welcome the Year of the Horse we embrace a year symbolising energy, opti...
17/02/2026

Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate.

As we welcome the Year of the Horse we embrace a year symbolising energy, optimism and perseverance.

Beginning on 17 February 2026 and lasting up to 16 days, Lunar New Year (also known as the Spring Festival) marks the start of the traditional lunisolar calendar and is celebrated by communities around the world. It is a time of family, reunion, gratitude and the welcoming of good fortune.

Our teams at Eurofins New Zealand wish our colleagues, customers and partners a prosperous and successful year ahead.



Winter may have the reputation as “mould season,” but in New Zealand, summer can be just as problematic. Warm temperatur...
20/01/2026

Winter may have the reputation as “mould season,” but in New Zealand, summer can be just as problematic. Warm temperatures, high humidity, and wet weather create ideal conditions for mould to grow quickly.

Mould is a natural part of our environment and usually harmless at low levels. However, when moisture is trapped indoors — from leaks, condensation, or hidden water damage — mould can become aggressive and reveal deeper issues within a building that might otherwise go unnoticed.

With New Zealand’s 2026 summer forecast to bring warmer-than-average, humid conditions under La Niña, mould spores can begin multiplying in as little as 24–48 hours. Certain species, such as Chaetomium, are particularly concerning. This mould flourishes in persistently damp materials, is difficult to remediate once established, and may signal past flooding, structural moisture problems, or design-related vulnerabilities. Left untreated, it can also present serious health concerns.

Early detection makes all the difference.

At Eurofins Environment Testing, we deliver independent, reliable mould testing and identification for both residential and commercial properties. Through air (spore trap) and surface (tape lift) sampling, we help identify issues early — before they escalate into costly or complex problems.

Learn more in our EnviroNote: https://lnkd.in/g2WWReJf
Visit us: www.eurofins.co.nz to find a Eurofins lab near you.
Contact us: samplesakl@eurofinsanz.com

Available nationally from Auckland to Invercargill, Eurofins is here to support your testing needs wherever you are in New Zealand.






We are pleased to advise that Eurofins Food and Water Testing NZ can now offer Cereulide toxin testing from within our g...
13/01/2026

We are pleased to advise that Eurofins Food and Water Testing NZ can now offer Cereulide toxin testing from within our global Eurofins network.

This testing is available for milk powders (including infant formula) and ARA and DHA oils and powders.

For testing support or further information, please reach out to your local Eurofins laboratory or contact person, or get in touch with us directly:
• Email: ASMNZ@eurofinsanz.com
• Phone: 0800 387 63467

We look forward to supporting your testing needs.






21/12/2025

Happy Holidays from the team at Eurofins New Zealand!

With the holiday season fast approaching, we would like to take this opportunity to wish you a happy and relaxing festive season, and to sincerely thank you for your valued business and continued support throughout 2025.

We hope you’re able to enjoy some well-deserved time away from your busy schedules to connect with family, friends, and loved ones.

Eurofins New Zealand will remain open over the holiday period, however we will be operating with slightly reduced hours. Full details can be found on our website: https://lnkd.in/eXRsDVfC

If you have any questions regarding our services during this time, please contact your usual Eurofins representative, email our friendly customer services team at ASMNZ@eurofinsanz.com, or call us on 0800 387 63467.

We look forward to working with you again in 2026.
Stay safe and enjoy the holidays.

— The Eurofins New Zealand Team

All our laboratories will be open during the holiday season, but we’ll be operating slightly reduced hours as detailed o...
17/12/2025

All our laboratories will be open during the holiday season, but we’ll be operating slightly reduced hours as detailed on our website https://lnkd.in/eXRsDVfC. If you have any specific questions relating to our services during this time, please direct these to your usual contact person or email our friendly customer services team on ASMNZ@eurofinsanz.com. You can also reach us on 0800 387 63467.

𝑺𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝑻𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒖𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒓 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒉𝒔
Temperatures are very likely to be above average across Aotearoa New Zealand this summer, so please take extra care to ensure that samples arrive within the correct temperature range. Many of the samples received at Eurofins have temperature requirements driven by our IANZ and MPI accreditation. These types of samples include drinking water and food products. Samples should be couriered in a dark environment, arrive at the lab within 24 hours of sampling and be between 0°C and 10°C.

We We look forward to working with you once again in 2026!

As PFAS regulation expands and new compounds are identified, environmental professionals face increasing pressure to gen...
11/12/2025

As PFAS regulation expands and new compounds are identified, environmental professionals face increasing pressure to generate accurate, defensible data from some of the most complex matrices — including wastewater, biosolids, sediments and tissues. Standard methods alone are no longer sufficient. High-precision PFAS work requires specialised instrumentation, rigorous QA/QC, and analysts experienced in managing matrix interferences and trace-level detection.

At Eurofins, our PFAS teams are equipped to meet these challenges head-on.

We provide:
· Gold-standard isotope dilution methods (US EPA) for reliable quantification across drinking water, surface water, groundwater, biosolids, and sediment
· Dedicated LC-MS/MS platforms with controlled preparation environments to minimise background PFAS and cross-contamination
· High resolution accurate mass LC-QToF-MS and GC-QToF-MS for identification of unknown PFAS compounds
· Capability to analyse emerging PFAS including GenX, ADONA, and other perfluoroether carboxylic acids (PFECA)
· Compliance with Table B-15 of QSM 5.3 (US DoD) ensuring stringent QA/QC criteria and defensible results

PFAS testing isn’t just about meeting requirements — it’s about staying ahead of them. With Eurofins’ expertise, instrumentation, and evolving methodologies, you can trust the data behind your decisions.

For more information visit: https://lnkd.in/e--EbDB7

Martyn Taylor Rob Deacon Mark Inglis Gabriela Kernick Carvalhaes Tim Meikle Andrew Mill

On we shine a spotlight on one of our planet’s most valuable yet often overlooked resources: soil. Healthy soil underp...
04/12/2025

On we shine a spotlight on one of our planet’s most valuable yet often overlooked resources: soil. Healthy soil underpins resilient ecosystems, sustainable food systems, and the wellbeing of our communities.

This year’s theme “Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities” highlights the vital role soil plays in creating greener, more resilient urban environments. In cities, healthy soil regulates temperature, improves water infiltration to reduce flooding, supports urban agriculture, filters pollutants, and stores carbon to enhance air quality. But when soil is sealed beneath concrete and asphalt, these essential functions are lost — making cities more vulnerable to overheating, pollution, and extreme weather.

World Soil Day reminds us that creating thriving cities starts from the ground up. Everyone — planners, policymakers, developers, and communities — has a role in rethinking how we value and manage urban soils.

But how do we ensure soil health isn’t just a buzzword, but a measurable reality? Eurofins Agro is going beyond just talking about soil health — we measure it. With our scalable system, our soil experts provide actionable insights into the physical, biological, chemical, carbon capture, and contamination aspects of soil.

By doing so, we empower:
· Urban and industrial planners to improve soil sustainability
· Mitigate contamination risks
· Support greener, healthier urban spaces
· Enhance climate resilience through better land-use decisions

Healthy soils mean healthier crops, cleaner water, stronger biodiversity, and a better future for all. Together, we can drive the transition to sustainable soil stewardship and ensure that every stakeholder contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals ( ). Healthy soil is needed to achieve at least 8 of the 17 SDGs!

For more information on how our Agro team in New Zealand can support you visit: https://lnkd.in/gAMNAPYD - Whether you’re restoring urban landscapes, planning green infrastructure, or managing land sustainably, our team is here to help.

Martyn Taylor Mark Inglis Sarah Stiles Andrew Mill Tim Meikle Sam Smyth

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This week, the Eurofins Wellington Lab team undertook a dedicated clean-up activity around our laboratory at 85 Port Roa...
19/11/2025

This week, the Eurofins Wellington Lab team undertook a dedicated clean-up activity around our laboratory at 85 Port Road, Seaview. Situated directly on the waterfront and bordering the harbour, this location provides us with a daily reminder of the importance of protecting our natural environment.

In just 30 minutes, 22 team members contributed a combined 11 hours to removing litter from the surrounding streets and foreshore area. Their efforts have helped ensure the space around our facility is cleaner, safer, and more welcoming as we approach the summer season.

At Eurofins, we remain committed to supporting the communities in which we operate and to participating in initiatives that promote long-term environmental stewardship. This activity reflects our ongoing dedication to contributing positively to the places where we live and work.

A groundbreaking global study, led by the Eurofins Environment Testing Microplastics Peer Group has uncovered alarming l...
19/11/2025

A groundbreaking global study, led by the Eurofins Environment Testing Microplastics Peer Group has uncovered alarming levels of microplastic pollution in the air. In some urban areas, deposition rates have reached up to 1,300 microplastic particles per square meter per day.

As part of the PlasticDustCloud project — one of the most comprehensive and harmonised investigations of its kind — air samples were collected from 12 sampling sites in nine countries on three continents. The study used a standardised sampling approach and multiple detection technologies to generate comparable global data and highlight the environmental relevance of airborne microplastics. It also evaluated how different analytical methods influence reported microplastic concentrations.

Sampling was conducted from June to August 2024 using an identical wet–dry deposition method (AS/NZS 3580.10.1:2016). Parallel samples at each site were analysed using five analytical techniques, including vibrational spectroscopy and thermoanalytical methods. Sites with dedicated microplastics laboratories also analysed triplicate samples to assess reproducibility. Strict QA/QC protocols — including procedural blanks and laboratory control samples — ensured robust and contamination-controlled results.

The findings underscore the pervasive presence of microplastics in the air we breathe and the need for standardised analytical workflows.

Further details on sampling methods, results, and locations can be accessed on the project website:
https://lnkd.in/gYjXDvT9
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World leading laboratory in food and feed testing

Eurofins Food And Water Testing NZ is part of Eurofins Scientific, world leading food, feed and soil testing laboratory group, deploying comprehensive, state-of-the-art analytical techniques in order to support increasingly stringent quality and safety standards.

Our team of experts offers you a broad range of food, feed, plant soil and water testing according to your needs, providing you with reliable scientific results to enable you to improve your products quality, performance, and thus to empower your business.

Feel free to get in touch with us for any question you might have.

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