Current Farm Status:

Yellow Alert

Level 2 - Yellow Alert

"Captain, Long range sensors have detected a new contact a positive reading at Cape Palliser, it's weak but within our sector. "
"Red Alert, Shields up. Tactical, I want continuous long range scans and a full contact report. Where did this come from and is this signalling something new?"

Well that didn't last long. Our de-escalation was short lived. Farm is no on lock down with now visitors allowed on site. Online orders remain at the driveway chiller for collection. Very happy we have these levels to escalate at a moments notice.

Our main aim...

We are committed to safeguarding our hens above all else. Through our biosecurity plans, we ensure their safety and health, ensuring a continuous supply of wholesome eggs for you and your loved ones.

FAQ on Biosecurity and Bird Flu

Here's what people often ask us

Is Bird Flu in NZ?

Currently there has only been 1 detection in a wild bird in NZ. There have been no detections in commercial poultry

Are Eggs and Poultry safe to eat?

HPAI (Bird Flu) is not a food safety concern. It is safe to eat:

  • properly handled and cooked poultry meat, eggs, and egg products
  • pasteurised milk and milk products
  • cooked beef.

This is because avian influenza viruses are sensitive to heat treatment, so even if we had HPAI in New Zealand, cooked food and pasteurised milk products will be safe to consume.

I run poultry or other birds that are dear to me how can I protect them?

Please keep in mind that there is no cause for panic, and HPAI bird flu is not in NZ. However, being prepared is key. A good place to start is to head over to the Ministry for Primary Industries website, it is a good resource. Simply click this link

Im a commercial egg farm what can I do?

These are good resources to look at:

What will biosecurity look like at Wairarapa Eggs

Level 1: Business as Usual

Level represents our standard operational protocol. Within this framework, the likelihood of H5N1 (Bird flu) is exceedingly minimal and does not present an immediate threat. Under this protocol, routine visitor surveillance is implemented. Online pickups remain available at our main farm kiosk

Level 2: Yellow Alert

Farm visitation will be restricted to appointment and contractors. Birds will still be freely roaming however may be housed on advice from MPI. Staff movement procedures and PPE requirements is required Wheel washing will be mandatory for all farm access.

Level 3: Red Alert

The risk of Bird flu is extremely high with confirmed cases found in the region. Birds will be housed for their safety. No visitors and only essential contractors, for emergency maintenance, will be permitted on site. All farm 'click and collect' orders will be collected from our remote kiosk location.