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The Government wants to hear from honey producers and consumers of manuka as to whether the honey produced and sold in New Zealand must meet the same requirements as exported honey from Mena.
Damien O 'Connor, Minister of Agriculture and Food' In December 2017, the Ministry of Primary Industries introduced a robust scientific definition of New Zealand honey exported to protect the environment. The industry against cowboy operators and protecting New Zealand interests. commercial reputation.
"The next step is to look at the options for honey nuka sold in New Zealand." The consultation launched today gives everyone the opportunity to express themselves on impacts, benefits and costs of proposals for all parts of the sector.
"The New Zealand apiary industry is a major contributor to the primary sector – both directly and" the honey industry "Nuka is worth almost $ 180 million for New Zealand, although it is not known how much is left in the country and this consultation will also help us better understand this," Damien O. Connor said.
Email submissions to [email protected] by 5 pm on Monday, September 17, 2018.
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