Food recalls
Recalls sparked by food safety issuesMost food recalls are voluntarily initiated by businesses when they become aware of a potential food safety or suitability issues. MPI coordinates all food recalls...
View ArticleKaikōura earthquake
On this page:Assistance and support availableUrgent repairsSupport package for uninsurable damage–Earthquake Relief FundFlexible tax arrangementsVolunteersFisheries closuresMedia releasesGeneral...
View ArticleAnimal welfare regulations
Consultation on regulationsIn April and May 2016, MPI sought feedback on 91 proposed animal welfare regulations designed to improve the already strong requirements we have around animal welfare in New...
View ArticleMānuka honey
Making sure it's authentic New Zealand honeyOur reputation for honey production and export rests on the integrity of our products and the credibility of our systems. The Ministry for Primary Industries...
View ArticleDraft Facility Standard for Post Entry Quarantine for Plants
Update - December 2016A general update on the implementation of the revised Facility Standard: Post Entry Quarantine for Plants was issued in early December 2016.Post Entry Quarantine (PEQ)...
View ArticleNews
On this page:Agri-gate – latest news about MPI’s investment programmesMedia releases from MPI and PGP partnersMinister's media releases on the Beehive websitePGP stories in the media Agri-gate – latest...
View ArticlePotato – registered growers – SGS 2016–17
2014–2015 Potato Compliance Programme - Registered Growers - SGS2015–2016 Potato Compliance Programme - Registered Growers - SGS'Site Status' Definition:Compliant: Production site compliant with survey...
View ArticlePotato growers – AsureQuality
'Site Status' Definition:Compliant: Production site compliant with survey requirements. Post harvest requirements will be verified by IVA's prior to certification AsureQuality - Updated 1 December29...
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Approved organisations & people
Search MPI's registers and listsYou can search the list of operators, businesses, and people that are registered, recognised, approved, or listed under laws administered by MPI.Registers and...
View ArticleTips for food safety
Wash your hands before preparing foodHandwashing is one of the best ways to prevent pathogens (harmful bugs) from spreading to your food.How to wash your handsUse soap and warm running water, rubbing...
View ArticleOnion exports – registered growers – SGS 2016–17
Updated 2 DecemberUpdated 28 November 2016 N/A N/ARhys Farm Ltd T234 - 21/B N/A NameProduction site no.Pest survey dateSurvey status (countries other than Australia)Survey status...
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Fishing rules
Choose your fishing areaLots of ways to checkkeep informed about the rulesNew Zealand has 7 fishing areas. You need to follow the specific fishing rules for the area where you're fishing. ClickYou...
View ArticleFuture of our Fisheries
Future of our FisheriesProposals and consultation documentsPublic meetings and huiMaking your submissionSubmissions are public informationBackground to consultationQuick summaryWe want your feedback...
View ArticleEmissions Trading Scheme
How the ETS worksThe ETS puts a price on greenhouse gas emissions. This provides an incentive for people to reduce emissions and plant forests to absorb carbon dioxide.Environmental accountingCertain...
View ArticleMāori agribusiness
Māori key to MPI's strategyMāori agribusiness is a key component of MPI's strategic goals. Our Strategy 2030 commits to supporting the primary sectors, including Māori, to maximise the benefits from...
View ArticleEnvironment & climate change research
Why we do researchMPI aims to understand climate change and how it affects farming systems, livestock management, crops, horticulture and forestry. We're also interested in how primary producers can...
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Rototuna Delight Pure Beef Sausages produced by New World Rototuna
Rototuna Delight Pure Beef Sausages produced by New World RototunaProduct identificationProduct typeProcessed meatName of product (size)New World Rototuna (Hamilton) is recalling specific batches of...
View ArticleFood recalls
Recalls sparked by food safety issuesMost food recalls are voluntarily initiated by businesses when they become aware of a potential food safety or suitability issues. MPI coordinates all food recalls...
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New Zealand Avocados Go Global
The challenge Making New Zealand a premium avocado supplier. Making New Zealand a premium avocado supplier.The New Zealand avocado industry’s biggest challenge is low and irregular bearing of fruit,...
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Passion2Profit
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...
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