Honey and bee product risk management programmes

Template RMPs don't need to be evaluated

If you use one of the RMP templates, you don't need to get an independent evaluation of your RMP. You can find out more about this in the waiver document.

Waiver of the requirement to provide a copy of an independent evaluation report [PDF, 113 KB]

However, you'll need to get your RMP evaluated if you:

• write your own RMP, or
• write your own module and add it to the RMP template (e.g.: to add extra processes or activities).

Using the bee products operational code to develop an RMP

You can write your own custom RMP. You can use the MPI bee products operational code to develop it. It guides you through the requirements for developing, registering, and implementing your RMP.

Operational Code: Processing of bee products [PDF, 1.9 MB]

How to get your RMP verified

Your RMP needs to be verified by a recognised agency. When you apply to register your RMP, you'll need to include a letter from your chosen agency confirming that they're willing to verify your RMP.

Find a verifier working under the Animal Products Act – New Zealand Food Safety

Find out more about risk management programmes

Maintenance compounds for bee product processing

If your business operates under an RMP, the chemicals you use to clean or maintain your bee product processing area (maintenance compounds) must meet certain requirements.

You can use our database to find approved maintenance compounds.

Approved maintenance compounds – non-dairy

Find out about other requirements for exporting honey

Exporting bee products

Overseas market access requirements (OMARs)

Who to contact

If you have questions about honey and bee product RMPs, email info@mpi.govt.nz