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Coalition Government Set To Unlock New Zealand’s Aquaculture Industry Potential

Tuesday, 12 December 2023, 1:45 pm | New Zealand Aquaculture

The new Minister for Oceans and Fisheries, the Hon. Shane Jones has expressed his desire to create wealth and employment through economic growth. Sustainable aquaculture is one of a handful of sectors where Jones sees enormous opportunity for New Zealand. ... More >>

Aquaculture Collaboration A First At NZ Ag Show In Christchurch

Monday, 6 November 2023, 3:00 pm | New Zealand Aquaculture

Aquaculture farming is set to make a splash at this year's NZ Agricultural Show in Christchurch, 15–17 November. For the first time in its 160-year history, The Show will feature a dedicated Aquaculture Tent, showcasing the finest ocean farmers ... More >>

New Zealand-farmed King Salmon Has A Lower Carbon Footprint Than Beef, Lamb And Cheese

Thursday, 8 June 2023, 9:59 am | New Zealand Aquaculture

A just-released study has found that New Zealand-farmed King salmon sold domestically has a significantly lower carbon footprint than beef, lamb and cheese. The study conducted by sustainability firm thinkstep-anz also noted that King salmon has a ... More >>

Asian markets fuelling growth for NZ mussel industry

Wednesday, 10 December 2014, 1:07 pm | New Zealand Aquaculture

Asian markets fuelling growth for NZ mussel industry 10 December 2014 New Zealand’s iconic Greenshell mussels are proving a hit with consumers in emerging Asian economies and fuelling export growth for the sector according to peak governing body Aquaculture ... More >>

Industry welcomes Government strategy

Thursday, 14 June 2012, 11:07 am | New Zealand Aquaculture

Aquaculture New Zealand (AQNZ) welcomes this week’s release of the Government’s Aquaculture Strategy as a strong show of support for the industry. More >>

AQNZ welcomes Sustainable Farming Fund

Friday, 19 August 2011, 4:38 pm | New Zealand Aquaculture

Aquaculture New Zealand has welcomed Government moves to open the Sustainable Farming Fund to aquaculture. Chief Executive Mike Burrell said today’s joint announcement by Minister of Agriculture David Carter and Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture ... More >>

Aquaculture New Zealand welcomes appointment

Thursday, 26 August 2010, 4:19 pm | New Zealand Aquaculture

Aquaculture New Zealand has welcomed the appointment of Dan Lees as Director of the Ministry of Fisheries' newly formed Aquaculture Unit. More >>

Marine Farmers set for change

Wednesday, 25 November 2009, 1:46 pm | New Zealand Aquaculture

The aquaculture industry has been invited to provide a response to the report ‘Restarting Aquaculture’, prepared and recently released by a Technical Advisory Group (TAG) engaged by Government.  The TAG were engaged to provide guidance to Government on ... More >>

Another step towards real change for Aquaculture

Thursday, 5 November 2009, 11:34 am | New Zealand Aquaculture

Today’s release of the TAG report by the Minister of Fisheries Phil Heatley is a major step towards the creation of a legislative environment that recognises the economic value the aquaculture sector can bring to New Zealand. More >>

Northland Project another step forward

Thursday, 2 April 2009, 12:40 pm | New Zealand Aquaculture

The recently announced Northland AMA project is further recognition of the benefits aquaculture can potentially provide to the economy and the regions hosting the sector. More >>

Aquaculture Sector host first ministerial function

Wednesday, 10 December 2008, 1:46 pm | New Zealand Aquaculture

Wednesday night (10/12) sees Aquaculture New Zealand hosting the Minister of Fisheries Hon Phil Heatley and the Minister for the Environment and MP for Nelson Hon Dr Nick Smith at their first function as Ministers.  More >>

New Zealand Aquaculture – Our Future Food

Friday, 18 July 2008, 3:12 pm | New Zealand Aquaculture

The New Zealand Aquaculture Conference in being held 24th and 25th July in Blenheim.  With the theme ‘Realise the Potential, Reveal the Value’ the conference has attracted a number of high profile speakers from the industry in New Zealand and internationally. More >>

Aquaculture Levy Roadshow

Monday, 22 January 2007, 2:21 pm | New Zealand Aquaculture

Recently formed New Zealand Aquaculture Ltd (NZAQ), established to provide a single voice for New Zealand Aquaculture, is holding a series of aquaculture industry consultation meetings around the country over the next few weeks. More >>

Aquaculture Levy Roadshow

Friday, 19 January 2007, 2:44 pm | New Zealand Aquaculture

Recently formed New Zealand Aquaculture Ltd (NZAQ), established to provide a single voice for New Zealand Aquaculture, is holding a series of aquaculture industry consultation meetings around the country over the next few weeks. More >>

 
 
 
 
 

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