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What consultation, if any, has occurred with small and medium-sized meat processors on the costs and feasibility of employing and training their own meat inspectors?

Answered Question 3201 (2026)
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Rachel Brooking

Member for Dunedin · Labour Party

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  • What consultation, if any, has occurred with small and medium-sized meat processors on the costs and feasibility of employing and training their own meat inspectors?

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Hon Andrew Hoggard

List MP · ACT Party · Minister for Food Safety

Answer

Public consultation on the draft Animal Products Notices closed on 23 January 2026. The Ministry for Primary Industries is currently considering all submissions and feedback received, including submissions received from small and medium-sized meat processors.