Tag: ministry_for_primary_industries
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New 'NZ Pine' Brand to Boost New Zealand Wood Exports
New Zealand launches 'NZ Pine' brand, a partnership between government and forestry sector, to enhance its global reputation as a trusted, premium wood supplier. The brand aims to boost export earnings and meet demand for sustainable, transparent supply chains.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEconomyTradeEnvironmentFederal Government ForestryWood ExportsNZ PineSustainable ForestryRadiata PineMinistry for Primary IndustriesNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Government Boosts Rural Catchment Group Funding for Land Management
New Zealand Government commits $40.5 million over four years to rural catchment groups, boosting land management and water quality efforts. The funding, including $13.5 million for 2026/2027, aims to provide certainty and expand support for farmers' environmental initiatives.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsAgricultureEnvironmentEconomy New Zealand GovernmentRural Catchment GroupsEnvironmental FundingLand ManagementWater QualityMinistry for Primary Industries
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New Zealand's Bottom Trawl Footprint Remains Minimal, Minister Says
New data shows New Zealand's bottom trawl footprint covers just 1.7% of its waters, largely in previously fished areas. Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones highlights the industry's economic importance and ongoing innovation to reduce environmental impacts.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEnvironmentEconomyState GovernmentsAustralasiaAgriculture Bottom TrawlingFisheriesShane JonesMinistry for Primary IndustriesFishing IndustryExportsNew Zealand Government
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MPI Initiates DIRA Review Targeting Fonterra's Competition Rules
New Zealand's Ministry for Primary Industries has launched a review of the Dairy Industry Restructuring Act (DIRA). The review will assess if competition provisions regulating Fonterra are still necessary and beneficial, with a report due to Parliament by June 2027.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessAgricultureGeneral PoliticsEconomyLegal DIRAFonterraMinistry for Primary IndustriesTodd McClayDairy IndustryRegulatory ReviewNew Zealand Government
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Federated Farmers Accuses Greenpeace of Misleading Public on Glyphosate
Federated Farmers accuses Greenpeace of spreading misinformation about glyphosate levels, stating that New Zealand's food system is safe and that Greenpeace is prioritizing fear over facts with alarmist headlines.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyAgricultureEnvironmentSocial Issues Federated FarmersGreenpeaceglyphosateDavid Birkettfood safetyMinistry for Primary Industries