MPI
Minister defends industry owned company
The Minister for Primary Industries is defending putting a seafood company in charge of monitoring fishing boats. Audio
Guy spurs MPI on fishing surveillance
Minister for Primary Industries Nathan Guy has asked officials to fast-track better camera and electronic reporting on fishing vessels in New Zealand waters.
MPI Invesitgators: Lack of action leads to over-fishing
Leaked Ministry for Primary Industries reports show officials believe that MPI's failure to prosecute skippers is contributing to over-fishing and illegal dumping. Audio
Bobby calves still not protected - SAFE
Not enough has been done to ensure the protection of bobby calves since a video of some calves being abused was released, animal welfare group SAFE says.
Spiders and flies evade MPI
MPI is encouraging the public to remain vigilant after a number of venomous spiders from Mexico were found in bunches of table grapes. Audio
MPI pleased with penalties for misuse of meat preservatives
The promotional body for the red meat industry says fines handed to more than 15 butchers who misused potentially harmful preservatives, aren't tough enough. Audio
