Environmental care
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View ArticleFiordland area fishing rules
What you need to know Map of Fiordland fishing areaThis area (Te Moana o Atawhenua), covers the Fiordland coastal marine area out to 12 nautical miles from Awarua Point to Sandhill Point, excluding the...
View ArticleMPI applauds edible bird nest result
The Ministry for Primary Industries applauds the $10,000 fine handed out in the Manukau District Court to a woman who had admitted possessing and selling illegally imported edible bird nests.Judge...
View ArticleVeterinary practices approved for certification of dogs and cats to Australia
Find a practice near you:Auckland and NorthlandCentral and southern North IslandSouth IslandRead about exporting your cat or dog to Australia Auckland and Northland Practice...
View ArticleNew development in MPI’s berry investigation
A newly notified case of Hepatitis A is likely to be linked to the consumption of the Fruzio Mixed Berries product, which is currently the subject of an MPI-directed product recall.If confirmed, the...
View ArticleNational Animal Welfare Advisory Committee
NAWAC's role in animal welfareNAWAC gives the Minister for Primary Industries advice on:the welfare of animals in New Zealandanimal welfare research needslegislative proposalscodes of...
View ArticleNew Zealand Avocados Go Global
The challenge Making New Zealand a premium avocado supplier. The New Zealand avocado industry’s biggest challenge is low and irregular bearing of fruit, which creates inconsistencies with supply of...
View ArticlePassion2Profit
The challenge Adding value to the venison industry. New Zealand's venison industry very much relies on markets where demand is seasonal, and not in sync with our venison supply.On farm, there is a need...
View ArticleTargeting New Wealth with High Health
The challenge Improving the health qualities of lamb. New Zealand lamb is recognised internationally for its high quality, but it is sold as a protein food.What if we could transform it into a...
View ArticleProvisional import health standards
MPI publishes provisional IHSs for 10 days to give authorised people a chance to ask for an independent review under section 24 of the Biosecurity Act 1993. TitleDate made availableSemen and embryos...
View ArticleOverview
What PGP will achieveThe PGP aims to:boost productivity, value and profitability in the primary sectordeliver long-term economic growth and sustainability across primary industries, from producer to...
View ArticleKeeping watch
The risksUnwanted pests and diseases (organisms) can damage New Zealand's economy, environment and way of life.EconomyThey can weaken earning potential and introduce new costs by:reducing the health...
View ArticleReport a pest or disease
Pest-and-disease hotline – 0800 80 99 66Everyday New ZealandersWhether you live here or are visiting our country, call 0800 80 99 66 if you suspect you've seen any of these, on land or in water:an...
View ArticleProtection & response
Risk AnalysisBiosecurity 2025Queensland fruit flyRisk analysis is the first stage in developing import health standards. Find out more about risk analysis. Read more >>The Biosecurity 2025...
View ArticleNational Policy Direction for Pest Management
Title has changed:National Policy Direction for Pest Management
View ArticleReport a pest or disease
Pest-and-disease hotline – 0800 80 99 66Everyday New ZealandersWhether you live here or are visiting our country, call 0800 80 99 66 if you suspect you've seen any of these, on land or in water:an...
View ArticleRegisters & lists
Pests and diseasesSearch organisms that can affect plant, animal or human health.Unwanted organismsPests and diseases that could harm New Zealand if they arrived.Notifiable organisms – NZ Legislation...
View ArticleProtecting our resources
TopicsWe're still working on this section of the new website. When complete, it will explain MPI's work protecting and caring for the environment. In the meantime, you'll find relevant information on...
View ArticleCost recovery first principles review
Review to examine all cost recovery activitiesThe Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) recovers the cost of providing our services from individuals and industry. Most of these fees are set out in...
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