The Health Select Committee has again delayed the release of its report on the controversial Gene Technology Bill, this time pushing the deadline out to 10 October 2025. Organics Aotearoa New Zealand (OANZ) says the further delay underscores the complexity of the issues and the need for strong leadership and careful consideration before any decisions are made.
Read MoreCatch up on all the latest organic news from home and abroad with Organic Aotearoa's monthly newsletter, The BUZZ - August 2025 edition. Covering news, events, and so much more.
Read MoreMPI’s current cost recovery proposal risks undermining the very businesses it seeks to support. OANZ’s recent submission, calls for a fair, revenue-based tiered levy that protects small operators, avoids duplication, and aligns with international best practice.
Read MoreOver the last month, OANZ has been hard at work representing the organic sector’s position on genetic engineering. We remain committed to upholding the global organic stance against GMOs in food and the environment here in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Read MoreNear Kimbolton in the Manawatū, Darryl and Debbie Coleman are proving that organic principles and smart technology can go hand in hand to create a resilient, profitable, and future-focused farming system.
After more than 30 years of conventional dairy farming, the couple transitioned their 245-hectare, 500-cow operation to certified organic, completing the three-year conversion process in January 2023.
Read MoreNew research published in June 2025 (Panzacchi et al.) presents conclusive evidence of a strong causal link between glyphosate exposure and cancer. This groundbreaking paper, co-authored by leading environmental health experts, states that the “safe” level set by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is in fact not safe at all.
Read MoreThe Health Select Committee has extended the reporting deadline for the Gene Technology Bill to 22 August. OANZ sees this as a vital opportunity for deeper scrutiny and continues to push for legislation that protects the right to farm GE-free, ensures consumer choice through transparent labelling, and upholds New Zealand’s global food reputation.
Read MoreDeveloped by Te Waka Kai Ora, Hua Parakore is the world’s first Indigenous organic verification system. Grounded in tikanga Māori and kaitiakitanga, it strengthens local food systems, protects whakapapa, and offers a uniquely Aotearoa pathway to organic, regenerative agriculture. As demand grows for food with integrity, Hua Parakore provides a values-based alternative rooted in land, culture, and whānau.
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Read MoreOrganics Aotearoa NZ is warning that a new proposal from Trans-Tasman food regulator, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) would allow genetically modified foods created using new gene editing methods to enter our food system without labelling, safety checks, or traceability. The proposal could make Australia the first country globally to deregulate both plants and animals without oversight, with New Zealand expected to follow.
Read MoreBioGro-certified dairy farmers Charlotte and Russell Heald share insights from the Fonterra Organic Dairy Conference, covering global demand, farmer-led innovation, and what’s ahead for organic milk in Aotearoa.
Read MoreOrganic Wool & Meat: Unlocking Global Opportunity: South Otago’s McGill Organic Farm shares 40+ years of insight into the challenges and potential of organic sheep and beef in Aotearoa. With strong demand for organic wool and growing global markets for meat, the opportunity is clear—if policy and market access catch up.
Read MoreHave Your Say: OANZ is hosting weekly online meetings to help the organic sector understand and respond to MPI’s proposed cost recovery framework under the Organic Products and Production Act 2023. These proposals will affect all certified organic businesses in Aotearoa New Zealand — and your voice matters.
Read MoreOn Tuesday 4 June, OANZ had the honour of launching the 2025 Organic Market Report in the Grand Hall of Parliament, a fitting venue to celebrate a sector that is quietly but powerfully reshaping the future of food and farming in Aotearoa.
Read MoreNew data released today in the 2025 Organic Market Report shows New Zealand’s organic sector has reached a record NZ$1.18 billion in value. Given the evidence of strong growth in global demand and the premium commanded by organic products, organics is New Zealand’s highest-value and lowest-impact of primary production.
Read MoreInnovation meets purpose at Mahakaruna Farm, home to the HEI Organic Education Centre, our second Silver Sponsor for the 2025 Organic Market Report. Nestled across 75 hectares in Ngātīmoti, at the top of the South Island, this centre is not only growing organic produce – it's growing the next generation of organic entrepreneurs.
Read MoreAs we launch the 2025 Organic Market Report, we’re proud to be backed by organisations that share our vision for a resilient, regenerative food system. One of those longstanding champions is BioGro New Zealand—Aotearoa’s leading organic certifier and a silver sponsor of this year’s report.
Read MoreSince the early 1980s, Ceres Organics has been a pioneering force in the organic food movement, driven by a profound commitment to healing the Earth and humankind. They passionately advocate for the transformative power of organic choices, believing that every bite shapes a better tomorrow.
Read MoreAt a time when global demand for ethical, sustainable food is rising, robust organic certification is more than a tick-box exercise – it's a critical passport to trust, transparency, and premium market access. AsureQuality, a state-owned enterprise and gold sponsor of the 2025 OANZ Organic Market Report, plays a vital role in delivering that trust.
Read MoreAs a Gold Sponsor of the 2025 Organic Market Report, Kete Ora Trust isn’t just backing organic growth — they’re helping build the scientific foundation behind it. Their current research project, in partnership with Plant & Food Research, examines the relationship between food production and the nutritional value of the resulting food.
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