Organic Aotearoa New Zealand (OANZ) welcomes New Zealand First’s strong stance against the Gene Technology Bill, commending the party for protecting New Zealand’s environment, public health, and global reputation as a GE-free nation.
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Earlier this year, New Zealand Food Safety (NZFS), a business unit of the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), proposed changes to the Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) for several agricultural compounds, including the controversial herbicide glyphosate.
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After months of waiting, the Health Select Committee has released its report on the Gene Technology Bill, recommending that the Bill be passed. However, this recommendation is not final.
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A new report from GE-FREE NZ on genetically engineered (GE) animals in New Zealand has laid bare a confronting truth: after more than two decades of research, the results have been almost entirely failures, for science, for animal welfare, and for our national values.
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It’s been a landmark year for OANZ. Our 2024/25 Impact Report captures the progress, achievements, and challenges of the past year, highlighting how our work is driving systemic change in Aotearoa New Zealand’s food and farming sector.
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The long-awaited regulations under the Organic Products and Production Act 2023 have now been released. This is a significant milestone for the organic sector in Aotearoa, following years of advocacy and consultation.
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The SFFF project has explored how to future-proof organics in Aotearoa New Zealand through the design of a unified structure that is resilient, credible, and self-funded. Learn More about the state of play of organics in NZ and where to from here….
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It’s AGM time. Join us online on 30 September to review achievements, look ahead and elect Board members. Your attendance and votes are vital.
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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.
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Catch 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.
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MPI’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.
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New 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.
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The 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.
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Developed 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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Catch up on all the latest organic news from home and abroad with Organic Aotearoa's monthly newsletter, The BUZZ - July 2025 edition. Covering news, events, and so much more.
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Organics 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.
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Organic 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.
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