New Zealand. It's Our Place to Protect
MAF Biosecurity New Zealand is the division of MAF charged with leadership of the New Zealand biosecurity system. It encompasses facilitating international trade, protecting the health of New Zealanders and ensuring the welfare of our environment, flora and fauna, marine life and Maori resources.
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- Mediterranean fanworm (Pest/Disease)
- Exporting Bovine Embryos to the United States of America (Export Requirements)
- Exporting Birds to Hong Kong (Export Requirements)
- Exporting Hatching Eggs (domestic hens) to Australia (Export Requirements)
- Importation and Clearance of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables (IHS)
- Importing Fresh Fruit/Vegetables - Pears, Pyrus sp. from the People's Republic of China (IHS)
In the News
1 February 2010 Hadda Beetle find in Auckland >>
MAF Biosecurity New Zealand has identified the presence of Hadda beetles in Dove -Myer Robinson Park, along Tamaki Drive and the Auckland Domain in Auckland.
12 January 2010 Experienced farmer convicted on multiple cases of ill-treatment to animals >>
Rotorua farmer Mark Spitz was yesterday convicted in the Rotorua District Court on multiple counts of ill-treatment to farm animals in his care. Mr Spitz was sentenced to 250 hours community service and ordered to pay $9340 in reparations.