The Government is developing and testing a new AI tool to modernise the import health standard process while maintaining New Zealand’s world-class biosecurity protections, Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says.<\/p>\n
“Import health standards set the biosecurity rules goods must meet before entering New Zealand. They manage risks from plant, animal, and biological products.” <\/p>\n
“The way we develop these standards has not kept pace with modern trade and innovation. We are improving the system so it can move safely and faster, without compromising biosecurity.”<\/p>\n
That work includes designing and testing a new tool that uses generative artificial intelligence.<\/p>\n
“This is about using smart tools to take on document-heavy work, while key decisions remain with Biosecurity New Zealand experts.”<\/p>\n
“The tool could free up staff time without cutting corners, with a four-month pilot underway to develop and trial the tool.\u201d<\/p>\n
“It will test whether the tool can help deliver high-quality, evidence-based standards more safely and consistently.”<\/p>\n
The wider reform programme, including live plant import system reform, is expected to support farmers and growers over time by improving access to new plant genetics.<\/p>\n
“This is part of the Government’s work to cut red tape and lift farmgate returns. Export revenue from the food and fibre sector is forecast to reach $64.3 billion in the year to 30 June 2026.”<\/p>\n
“Once delivered, these reforms will mean smarter approvals for imported goods New Zealand businesses need, and fewer unnecessary restrictions on growth and productivity, without compromising biosecurity,” Mr Hoggard says.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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