$8.9 million for advanced screening
technology to strengthen biosecurity management of the
growing mail pathway.
$22.5 million for the National
Animal Identification and Tracing Scheme
(NAIT).
Budget 2021 makes important investments
to protect kauri, introduce hi-tech biosecurity safeguards
and bring a greater focus on animal tracing to support the
eradication of Mycoplasma bovis.
“As a nation that
depends on trade and tourism, and a country whose lifestyle
is linked to our unique natural environment, our focus on
investment in biosecurity is vital,” Damien O’Connor
said.
“The Government is stepping up efforts to
protect kauri against dieback and preserve the taonga for
future generations. There is great work being done across