Displaying items by tag: MPI

Friday, 04 March 2016 18:09

MPI call to action on livestock mis-treatment

The Ministry of Primary Industries has begun an advertising campaign encouraging people to let it know if they come across the mis-treatment of livestock.

Published in General News
Friday, 04 March 2016 13:35

MPI wants help with crop pest

MPI is asking farmers and growers of arable crops to look out for a highly invasive pest weed that has appeared on a handful of South Island properties.

Published in General News
Sunday, 28 February 2016 13:55

Avocado sector joins GIA

The avocado industry has become the seventh industry partner to join the Government Industry Agreement (GIA) biosecurity partnership.

Published in General News
Monday, 22 February 2016 10:33

Next steps for freshwater

New measures to improve the management of New Zealand's rivers, lakes, aquifers and wetlands have been proposed at the Bluegreens Forum in Tekapo on Saturday.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 17 February 2016 19:29

PGP aims for stronger wool returns

A significant lift in strong wool prices is the main aim of a newly announced industry and Government-backed research project.

Published in General News
Tuesday, 09 February 2016 11:49

Tau fly response ends

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has completed its response to the find of a single Tau fly in an Auckland suburb; no more of the flies found.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 03 February 2016 09:55

Drought relief extended – despite recent rains

Events are often moved indoors because of rain, but seldom are they moved outdoors because of it.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 27 January 2016 12:55

Liquid milk opportunity missed

The New Zealand dairy industry is not latching on to increased demand in Asia for liquid milk.

Published in General News
Monday, 25 January 2016 13:50

Public support vital for Tau fly threat

It's been a busy time for MPI and AsureQuality staff since they swung into action following the find of a single male Tau fly on Thursday afternoon.

Published in General News
Sunday, 24 January 2016 10:55

E-commerce an opportunity in waiting

The Ministry for Primary Industries says E-commerce has huge potential for the New Zealand primary sector.

Published in General News
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