Regular testing programme again confirms no chemical residues found in NZ chicken As part of its regulatory role in ensuring food safety and good agricultural practices in New Zealand, the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) conducts a number of residue monitoring programmes for the presence of agricultural compounfds, veterinary medicines and environmental contaminants in the full […]
Links to websites of chicken/poultry breeding suppliers
The links below are to the websites of chicken/poultry breeding companies which supply to New Zealand farmers. The sites contain guidelines for the growing, performance and welfare of the poultry, their parents and grandparents. https://en.aviagen.com/ or https://en.aviagen.com/tech-center/search?Subject=8&Type=&Language=1&ResourceGeneration=&Tag=&action_doTechDocSearch=Search https://www.cobb-vantress.com/ or https://www.cobb-vantress.com/products/cobb-500 https://www.aviagenturkeys.us/
Who is PIANZ
PIANZ – the Poultry Industry Association of New Zealand – represents poultry farmers and companies. We work with scientists, vets and government to set standards and bring the highest quality meat to consumers.
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