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Is the Commerce Commission aware of egg producers reportedly using adhesive labels or stickers to inform consumers that eggs may have been produced under temporary emergency flockdown arrangements, if so, what information does the Commission hold on how this practice is being used?

Answered Question 35701 (2026)
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Jo Luxton

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Is the Commerce Commission aware of egg producers reportedly using adhesive labels or stickers to inform consumers that eggs may have been produced under temporary emergency flockdown arrangements, if so, what information does the Commission hold on how this practice is being used?

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Cameron Brewer

Member for Upper Harbour · National Party · Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

Answer

Staff from the Commerce Commission have met with industry stakeholders. The Commerce Commission understands that industry is exploring approaches to inform consumers, which includes a possible sticker option.