Core agencies for consultation on consumer affairs issues and food safety: Consumer Affairs (Ministry of Economic Development), New Zealand Food Safety Authority (Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry)
Other Agencies | Areas of Interest |
Agriculture and Forestry | Production of food issues |
Customs | Duties and consumer protection measures at the border |
Environment | Genetically modified organisms, eco-labelling issues |
Foreign Affairs and Trade | International obligations, trade policy, Food Safety Australia and New Zealand, consumer protection measures |
Health | Food safety, unsafe products, medicines and medical devices, dietary products |
Research, Science and Technology | Research into food safety, expert scientific advice |