Welcome to Agcarm

We represent and advocate for the plant and animal science industries. Our members distribute and sell the majority of veterinary medicines and crop protection products in New Zealand. Members promote responsible use of their products right through the product life-cycle, from research to disposal, and are committed to safety and sustainable agriculture.

What’s New

• MEDIA RELEASE: Biotech policy a step in the right direction 8 October 2019
• SUBMISSION: Proposed priority products and priority product stewardship scheme guidelines 4 October 2019
• ARTICLE: Vaccinations protect people and animals from life-threatening diseases 4 October 2019
• MEDIA STATEMENT: TV ONE NEWS ITEM ON GLYPHOSATE – Discussion must be based on facts and science 2 October 2019
• MEDIA RELEASE: Agcarm affirms safety of glyphosate 1 October 2019
• SUBMISSION: Hazardous substances assessments: Improving decision-making 30 September 2019
• World Rabies Day 28 September 2019
• SUBMISSION: Methyl bromide – application seeking a reassessment of certain controls August 2019
• MEDIA RELEASE: Dogs are good for us: International Dog Day 26 August
• We all need more dogs in our lives Pic Picot
• MEDIA RELEASE: Agrichemical manufacturers endorse taking responsibility for removing environmental waste 9 August 2019
• MEDIA RELEASE: Our pets are good for us: Recognising International Cat Day 8 August 2019
• ARTICLE: Landmark report reveals value of crop protection products to NZ August 2019

• NZIER report: The Importance of Crop Protection Products for The New Zealand Economy

  A landmark report by the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research shows that New Zealand’s economy would lose up to $11.4 billion without crop protection products – and that crops would lose 30 percent of their value overall.

  • Read the report
  • Summary of key facts
  • Media release  23 July 2019