16999 (2026). Steve Abel to the Associate Minister of Agriculture

Written Question
Published date: 06 May 2026
16999 (2026). Steve Abel to the Associate Minister of Agriculture: What papers, if any, has the Minister, taken to cabinet since 1 January 2025 related to pig farrowing crates, listed by title and date?
Hon Andrew Hoggard: Since 1 January 2025, I have taken the papers in the attached table that relate to pig farrowing crates to Cabinet. These documents are already available on the Ministry for Primary Industries’ website below. Code of Welfare: Pigs Public Consultation: https://www.mpi.govt.nz/consultations/changes-to-the-code-of-welfare-for-pigs-and-associated-regulations MPI Proactive Releases: https://www.mpi.govt.nz/about-mpi/official-information-act-oia-releases/mpi-and-corporate-official-information-act-releases/cabinet-papers-and-related-documents.
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