Apiculture New Zealand welcomes the Ministry for Primary Industries’ decision to adjust its mānuka honey science definition for multifloral honey. “We’re pleased that MPI has listened to industry and delivered a definition that ensures our consumers can continue to have access to good New Zealand multi-floral mānuka honey,” says Karin Kos, Chief Executive of [...]
The fungal disease myrtle rust has been found in the upper North Island of New Zealand. Since the first detection in a Kerikeri nursery last Friday, it has become more widespread. It affects plants in the myrtle family, which includes some of New Zealand’s iconic species such as mānuka, pohutukawa, kanuka, as well as production [...]
News release, March 10, 2017 The New Zealand Colony Loss and Survival Survey is an important tool in monitoring the health of honey bees, which are the lifeblood of New Zealand’s primary sector. “Not only does the honey bee provide us with a great source of natural food, it also plays a critical role as [...]
News release, March 3, 2017 Export revenue for New Zealand pure honey reached a record $315 million for the year ended 30 June 2016, up 35 per cent on the previous year, according to a report released by the Ministry for Primary Industries. This increase reflects value per kg rather than increased volume. “New Zealand’s [...]