Ministerial Advisory Committees
The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF) is planning proactive animal welfare work in the bobby calf area this season, starting Monday.
The Sheep and Beef Cattle Code of Welfare, issued today by the Minister of Agriculture, encourages all farmers to adopt the highest standards of husbandry, care and handling. Developed by the National Animal Welfare Advisory Committee (NAWAC), the code applies to all sheep and beef cattle farmed for meat rather than being milked and covers all aspects of stock management.
A guide for people working with animals in research, testing and teaching:
- A Culture of Care Oct 2002
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Page last updated: 21 October 2008
This provides an overview for lay members to give them an understanding of the use of animals in research, testing and testing, the legislation and their role on an animal ethics committee:
Page last updated: 26 April 2011
The National Animal Welfare Advisory Committee (NAWAC) issued its 2007 Annual Report today.
A form to be filled out by anyone using animals in research, testing or teaching.
Page last updated: 13 January 2011
This committee has been established under the Animal Welfare Act to provide independent advice to the Minister of Agriculture about:
Page last updated: 5 December 2011
This committee has been established under the Animal Welfare Act to provide independent advice to the Minister of Agriculture on.
Page last updated: 7 November 2011
