New Zealand's temperate climate, fertile soil and relative isolation, make our country ideal for almost every kind of production - from sheep and cattle, to cropping and horticulture. The ocean has hundreds of species of fish, and our extensive fisheries, added to our onshore industries make New Zealand the envy of many other nations. The agricultural sector's major exports include meat, wool and fibre, fish, wood, hides and skins, and many smaller products which continue to develop niche markets around the world.
Meat processing is a strongly competitive industry.
There are a number of other companies that process for the local market only, and several smaller exporters. Marketing strategies and international trade agreements are all employed to avoid trade pitfalls, world surpluses and hostile foreign markets.