2 February, 2010
Government adopts animal cruelty bill
A member’s bill raising the penalty for animal cruelty is to be adopted as a Government bill.
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Associated Ministers
- David Carter - Minister
20 January, 2010
Government declares drought in Northland
The Government is coming to the aid of drought-stricken farmers in Northland, says Agriculture Minister David Carter.
Read full release >>13 January, 2010
Government expands vet incentive scheme
The Government’s voluntary bonding scheme for veterinarians is to be expanded to cover all practices that deal with production animals, Agriculture Minister David Carter announced today.
Read full release >>11 January, 2010
Government keeping close watch on dry conditions
The Government is keeping a close eye on dry weather in parts of the country and will consider drought assistance if conditions worsen, says Agriculture Minister David Carter.
Read full release >>17 December, 2009
$45 million for Global Research Alliance
Associate Climate Change Issues (International Negotiations) Minister Tim Groser and Agriculture Minister David Carter today announced that New Zealand will contribute $45 million over four years to the Global Research Alliance on agriculture greenhouse gases.
Read full release >>16 December, 2009
Minister disappointed at pig code delay
Agriculture Minister David Carter is disappointed that a threat of legal action by the Pork Industry Board has delayed the release of a new code of welfare for pigs.
Read full release >>14 December, 2009
Feedback sought on dairy industry regulations
Agriculture Minister David Carter has today released a consultation document on the upcoming expiry of the Dairy Industry Restructuring Act 2001 (DIRA).
Read full release >>11 December, 2009
Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre Graduation Ceremony
David Carter speaking at Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre Graduation Ceremony.
Read full speech >>26 November, 2009
Pasture renewal does more than grow grass
A report on the value of increased pasture renewal shows that a further $1.6 billion could be injected into farmer incomes and the New Zealand economy, Agriculture Minister David Carter said today.
Read full release >>19 November, 2009
Statement to World Summit on Food Security
Hon David Carter statement to the World Summit on Food Security, Rome
Read full speech >>18 November, 2009
Speech to Federated Farmers National Council
It's great to be here.
Read full speech >>18 November, 2009
Rome roundtable lays groundwork for Global Alliance
An international roundtable hosted by Agriculture Minister David Carter at the World Summit for Food Security in Rome has laid further groundwork for New Zealand’s Global Alliance initiative.
Read full release >>13 November, 2009
Minister to attend world food security summit
Agriculture Minister David Carter will lead a New Zealand delegation to the World Summit on Food Security and the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) Conference in Rome next week.
Read full release >>12 November, 2009
Shareholders urged to vote on Fonterra capital structure
Agriculture Minister David Carter says it is important Fonterra shareholders have their say in next week's vote on a new capital structure for the company.
Read full release >>20 October, 2009
NZ and Argentina affirm agricultural links
Agriculture and Forestry Minister David Carter says talks with his Argentine counterpart have been positive and he is confident the two countries can further develop agriculture and forestry partnerships.
Read full release >>17 October, 2009
South America visit to boost agriculture and forestry links
Agriculture and Forestry Minister David Carter leaves for South America today to address the World Forestry Congress and to meet with Ministers, senior officials and business leaders in Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay.
Read full release >>15 October, 2009
AgResearch to host greenhouse gas research centre
Agriculture Minister David Carter today announced the appointment of AgResearch, in collaboration with eight other New Zealand research organisations, as host provider for the new Centre for Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Research.
Read full release >>14 October, 2009
Drought crisis over ... for now
Recent rainfall has eased drought conditions in many parts of the country but farmers should continue to keep a close eye on the weather, says Agriculture Minister David Carter.
Read full release >>8 October, 2009
Wool sector taskforce announced
Agriculture Minister David Carter has appointed an eight-member taskforce to help steer the future direction of the wool industry.
Read full release >>30 September, 2009
Minister orders wider inspection of Crafar farms
Agriculture Minister David Carter says animal welfare inspectors will now begin inspecting all properties owned by the Crafar farming family to ensure there are no cases of animal neglect.
Read full release >>30 September, 2009
Walking Access Commission – Launch of National Strategy and Code of Conduct
Hon David Carter speech at the Walking Access Commission – Launch of National Strategy and Code of Conduct, Christchurch.
Read full speech >>30 September, 2009
Tb Strategy up for review
Agriculture Minister David Carter has today announced a review of the National Pest Management Strategy for bovine tuberculosis.
Read full release >>23 September, 2009
NZ pushes for Global Alliance on agricultural emissions
Prime Minister John Key says the New Zealand Government is pushing for a Global Alliance to research how to cut world-wide greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture.
Read full release >>21 September, 2009
Address to Meat Industry Association Conference
Thank you for the introduction, Bill and thanks too to Mark Clarkson for chairing this session on Risk and Complexity. It's a pleasure to be here today to speak at your conference.
Read full speech >>18 September, 2009
Government welcomes progress on Fonterra capital restructuring
Agriculture Minister David Carter has welcomed Fonterra's announcement of its capital restructuring process.
Read full release >>16 September, 2009
Primary Growth Partnership panel announced
The appointment of a six member advisory panel to steer the Primary Growth Partnership signals a new era for primary sector innovation, says Agriculture Minister David Carter.
Read full release >>15 September, 2009
New formula for regulated milk pricing
Agriculture Minister David Carter has announced amendments to the pricing formula for regulated milk, to take effect in the 2010/11 season.
Read full release >>11 September, 2009
Carter calls wool industry meeting
The future direction of the wool industry will be the focus of a meeting called by Agriculture Minister David Carter.
Read full release >>3 September, 2009
Launch of Draft Canterbury Water Management Strategy
Hon David Carter speech at the Launch of Draft Canterbury Water Management Strategy, Christchurch.
Read full speech >>31 August, 2009
Wool levy defeat a blow for industry
Agriculture Minister David Carter says the decision by farmers not to support the continuation of a wool levy is disappointing and will create difficulties for the industry.
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