OSPRI Reduces TB Testing and Lifts Movement Controls in Key Regions
Ospri is reducing TB testing frequencies and movement control measures as the disease risk subsidies in parts of the country.
Sam McIvor has been appointed OSPRI’s next chief executive.
It was announced this morning that McIvor, current chief executive Beef + Lamb New Zealand and New Zealand Meat Board, will step down in late July.
A OSPRI statement says McIvor, will be joining the organisation in August.
OSPRI board chair, Dr Paul Reynolds says they are thrilled to welcome McIvor into the role.
“His extensive experience, coupled with his profound understanding of the agricultural sector, uniquely positions him to drive OSPRI forward and deliver value to our shareholders, stakeholders and the farming community."
"I am honoured to have been appointed as the chief executive of OSPRI," says McIvor.
"I am passionate about the work OSPRI does to support New Zealand's primary industries, and I am committed to driving its mission forward with determination and innovation."
He replaces Steve Stuart who steps down on May 31 after five years in the role. An Acting chief executive will be appointed to ensure a seamless transition through to August when McIvor will begin his tenure.
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With the forage maize harvest started in Northland and the Waikato, the Foundation for Arable Research (FAR) is telling growers of later crops, or those further south, to start checking their maize crop maturity about three weeks prior to when they think they will start silage harvesting.
Irrigation NZ is warning that the government's Resource Management Act (RMA) reform risks falling short of its objectives unless water use for food production and water storage infrastructure are clearly recognised in the goals at the top of the new system.
More than five million trays, or 18,000 tonnes, of Zespri’s RubyRed Kiwifruit will soon be available for consumers across 16 markets this season.
The Government has announced its support for 18 community-based initiatives through its Rural Wellbeing Fund.
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