Agcarm is now called
Animal and Plant Health NZ
We work with governments and stakeholders from around the globe to shape policy and meet the shared goals of health and safety for people, the environment and the food chain.
Media releases
NZ ag on track for reducing reliance on antibiotics
New Zealand agriculture continues to lead the way in its approach to antimicrobial resistance- one of the top ten global... read more →
15 November 2023
Animal and Plant Health warns farmers of novel drench supply issues
Sheep, beef and dairy farmers may need to rethink their drenching strategies amid novel drench supply issues over the next... read more →
4 October 2023
New head to take the helm
Dr Liz Shackleton has been appointed Chief Executive of Animal and Plant Health New Zealand effective from 30 October 2023. Her wealth... read more →
28 August 2023
Cyclone Gabrielle didn’t deter student from career in agriculture
Without farm inputs, one-fifth of the Wairarapa farm where scholarship winner Tegan Mitchell was raised would have been rendered ineffective... read more →
15 August 2023
Trading human patients for sheep, cattle, deer and working dogs
Animal and Plant Health NZ scholarship winner Lucy Mossman’s decision to become a rural vet came as an epiphany after... read more →
31 July 2023
FIFA Fever
28 July 2023 It's great to be hosting the FIFA World Cup in NZ! Have you thought about what it... read more →
28 July 2023
Manifesto 2023: Food supply relies on govt support for rural sector
Government must step up efforts to support the rural sector so that all Kiwis can access safe, healthy and affordable... read more →
16 June 2023
Animal health solutions are key to reaching our emissions targets
Animal diseases are associated with significant increases in livestock greenhouse gas emissions and land use, and reduced productivity. In addition,... read more →
25 May 2023
Ocean innovation key to sustainable future
Innovative solutions by our blue economy industries could be key to finding a sustainable path forward in a warming world,... read more →
10 April 2023Featured
Manifesto 2023: Food supply relies on govt support for rural sector
Government must step up efforts to support the rural sector so that all Kiwis can access safe, healthy and affordable... read more →
16 June 2023
World Food Safety Day signals security in safe food
New Zealand has a global reputation for high safety standards and good agricultural practices in food production. Treating animals and... read more →
7 June 2023Animal health solutions are key to reaching our emissions targets
Animal diseases are associated with significant increases in livestock greenhouse gas emissions and land use, and reduced productivity. In addition,... read more →
25 May 2023
Protecting bees from killer mites
A survey by Landcare Research estimates that 6.4 percent of bee colonies are lost due to the Varroa Destructor mite,... read more →
20 May 2023
Outstanding Contribution Award – Rebecca Fisher
With a background in agrichemical regulation and a knack for tapping into valuable government and industry intelligence to benefit members,... read more →
16 August 2022
Emerging Leader Award – Rafael Barbieri
Leading the discussion, challenging the status quo and providing innovative solutions comes naturally to Rafael Barbieri, Country Registration Manager for... read more →
16 August 2022
The benefits of glyphosate to New Zealand
Glyphosate is used by farmers, land managers and home gardeners to effectively manage a wide variety of weeds. The New... read more →
27 October 2021
Ground-breaking report: Farming, animals and food security supported by small but vital industry
The animal health industry should be applauded for its contribution to New Zealand farms, vets, animals, and people. An inaugural... read more →
30 July 2021
