March 2017: Over the next few months, the sizing system for whole fresh, frozen, stuffed and marinated chickens and hot-cooked chickens sold in New Zealand will change. All brands will change, some sooner than others. The sizing change allows chicken to be sold on the same basis as other meats. The printable poster and brochure below explain […]
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The use of growth hormones has been banned by our industry in New Zealand for more than 30 years.
Schools & Contests
The Chook Book
Poultry Scores Well in the Dietary Stakes
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Biosecurity Manual for NZ Meat Chicken Growers
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Welcome to the PIANZ website
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