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Dairy farmers claim they're often waiting six months for decisions on visa applications for overseas farm workers.

Farmers are claiming a victory in their fight against new Accredited Employment Work Visa (AEWV) changes announced by the Government last month.

Moves by the Government to raise the wage threshold for migrant workers have some farmers up in arms.

From today, eligible skilled migrants with a job or a job offer in specific roles on the Straight to Residence pathway will be able to apply for residence, both from on shore and overseas.

The Meat Industry Association (MIA) claims a new sector agreement could be vital in addressing the significant labour shortages in New Zealand’s meat processing sector.

Act’s immigration spokesperson claims Labour is failing the country with its immigration policy.

A welcome relief – that’s how the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is describing the decision to include veterinarians on the new Government Green List.

The Government has approved border class exceptions for key agricultural jobs, including 200 mobile plant machinery operators, 40 shearers and 50 wool handlers.

The dairy sector needs 1500 overseas workers next year.

There's been a swift and positive response from the red meat and dairy sectors to the Government's belated announcement to free up visa arrangements for up to 9,000 migrant workers in the primary sector.