| Biosecurity Act | |
|---|---|
Parliament of New Zealand |
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| Long title/ Purpose |
An Act to restate and reform the law relating to the exclusion, eradication, and effective management of pests and unwanted organisms |
| Administered by | Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry |
| Dates | |
| Date passed | 1993 |
| Date of Royal Assent | 26 August 1993 |
| Commencement | 1 October 1993 |
| Other legislation | |
| Status: Current legislation | |
Biosecurity Act 1993 is an Act of Parliament in New Zealand passed in order to prevent pests and other unwanted organisms. It was a world first.[1]
Part 5 of the Act provides for a National Pest Management Strategy and Regional Pest Management Strategy.[2] [3]