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Demand for New Zealand venison may outstrip supply this year, with farmgate prices expect to be at, or slightly above, last year’s. While still early to get an indication of firm farmgate prices, some exporters are offering minimum contracts.

OSPRI is calling for deer farmers to ‘Be a mate, update NAIT’, as weaners are starting to move off-farm. Recognising the challenges for deer farmers in complying with the National Animal Identification and Traceability (NAIT) programme, OSPRI is working alongside DINZ and NZDFA on solutions and support for farmers.

A flurry of “constructive and positive” meetings in New Zealand and China on the frozen velvet issue have revealed, “healthy relationships at all levels,” says DINZ executive chair Mandy Bell, with negotiating teams aiming for a timely resolution.

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