News & Events

Thanks to those groups that provided submissions on the GIA Deed Review. You can now view the final summary of the changes which have been determined by the DGG following the review process. The new Deed will be available to view shortly. Read more

Tomatoes New Zealand Incorporated, representing commercial fresh growers in New Zealand, has become the latest industry group to sign the Government Industry Agreement for Biosecurity Readiness and Response Deed.
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The nashi industry have joined the Government Industry Agreement (GIA) biosecurity partnership. They will be represented by Pipfruit New Zealand Incorporated who signed the GIA Deed on 3 December 2104. Read more

Widely known as one of the leaders of biosecurity in New Zealand, Dr John Hellstrom’s involvement in the industry spans almost half a century. The GIA Secretariat caught up with him following the conclusion of his role as chair of the GIA interim FMD Council, to talk about the changes he's seen during his career, and get his views on New Zealand's biosecurity system. Read more