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AgVetLink: Number 61, April 2007

From the Director

Since the last issue, several topics have generated rumours and speculation. You may have heard tales about the possible split of NZFSA and MAF. See page 2 for the latest information.

The deadline for updating labels is fast approaching (page 2). The rumour that ERMA and the ACVM Group will be doing spot compliance checks is TRUE!

The North American pet food recall has also given rise to speculation as scientists try to identify the cause of the problem. Background and the New Zealand situation are presented on page 4.

Staff took note of a suggestion in the last customer survey to get ‘out and about’ more, and the result was a very worthwhile field trip to Auckland (page 3). Our thanks to Nufarm and Elliott Technologies for the well organised day.

Debbie Morris, Director, Approvals and ACVM Group