Articles tagged with Red Meat
New Zealand Food and Fibre Exports to Hit Record $64.3B by 2026
2 hours ago | 55 viewsNew Zealand’s food and fibre sector is driving strong economic growth, with exports forecast to reach a record $64.3 billion by June 2026 and $70.1 billion by 2030, supported by high demand for dairy, red meat, and horticulture products. The government, led by Minister Todd McClay, is committed to backing farmers through trade expansion, reducing barriers, and implementing reforms in freshwater, resource management, and agricultural emissions. This support aims to boost rural communities, create jobs, and help achieve the goal of doubling export value within ten years.
Tags: Todd McClay New Zealand Kiwi farmers dairy red meat kiwifruit apple crops food and fibre sector SOPI reportAgriculture Minister Celebrates Record $4B Lamb Exports Ahead of National Lamb Day
3 months ago | 582 viewsAgriculture Minister Todd McClay hosted a barbecue to celebrate National Lamb Day and the milestone of lamb exports exceeding $4 billion, highlighting the red meat sector's vital economic contribution to New Zealand. The government aims to boost the agriculture sector by cutting red tape, enhancing trade, and supporting farmers to help double export values within ten years. Key trade achievements include agreements with the UAE, Gulf Cooperation Council, and India, with ongoing efforts to remove trade barriers and expand market access.
Tags: Todd McClay Agriculture Minister National Lamb Day New Zealand red meat sector lamb exports NZ–UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement Gulf Cooperation Council Free Trade Agreement India sheep and beef farmers