Our country’s economy depends on our world-leading agriculture and horticulture sectors, however delays in approving innovative new animal and plant health products are disadvantaging our farmers and growers.

The Government’s reviewing the regulatory approval process. This review must deliver a streamlined, cost-effective, transparent system so New Zealand can continue to be a world-leader in producing nutritious and healthy food.

  • Farmers and growers’ opportunities are hampered by delays in approving new animal and plant health products. Read more 
  • There are many new and innovative animal health and crop protection options at stake. Read more 
  • New Zealand needs a streamlined, cost-effective approval process. Read more 
  • There are five priorities for the review to address - right touch regulation; clear rules, roles and responsibilities; balanced risk mindset; acknowledge security and supply risks for New Zealand; and transparency, performance reporting and return on investment. Read more
 
What’s The Issue
What’s At Stake
What We Need
Our Five Priorities