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About the Primary Sector Award
New Zealand Food Safety sponsors this award category at the New Zealand Food Awards. This category is open to primary sector food and beverage products.
The award recognises producers, researchers, and manufacturers who have added value through the introduction of new varieties, cultivars, or breeds. Alternatively, it recognises the introduction of innovative products through new or different harvesting, processing, packaging, or distribution channels.
Regulatory compliance, food quality, and safety are a critical part of the New Zealand Food Awards judging process.
Find out more
Entries for the Primary Sector Award closed on 2 June 2026. Head to the New Zealand Food Awards website for more information.
Primary Sector Award 2025 winner
The winner of the Primary Sector Award in 2025 was announced on 16 October.
Aoraki Salmon won the award for its cold-smoked salmon – blackcurrant with kamahi honey.
Media release: Aoraki Salmon takes out Primary Sector Award
