More testing choice for wineries

Published: 1:02PM Monday June 15, 2009 Source: Newstalk ZB

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Wine producers are to have a greater choice in getting their export product tested.

Up until now, wineries wanting to have their vintages analysed had to send samples to Auckland for the work to be done.

Food Safety Minister Kate Wilkinson says that is about to change following lobbying from the industry and MPs.

Testing will now be allowed to be carried out in regional laboratories.

Wilkinson says it makes sense for wine to be tested at appropriate facilities rather than forcing wineries to send everything to Auckland.

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