Importer responsibilities
The increasing volume of trade and travel is placing extra pressure on New Zealand's biosecurity systems. Newsystems. New pests and diseases impact on human, animal and planthuman health, affect New Zealand trade in international markets, and can damage the environment – affecting agriculture or horticultural production, forestry,forestry and tourism.tourism, and affect trade in international markets. Importers are among the most important people in defending against biosecurity risks.
Who to contact
If you have questions about importing containers and cargo, email info@mpi.govt.nz .