Background

On 1 October 2002, the operating name of the New Zealand Game Industry Board became Deer Industry New Zealand.   The New Zealand Game Industry Board (NZGIB) was established in 1985 by regulations under the Primary Products Marketing Act 1953 to "promote and assist with the orderly development of the deer industry".  Deer Industry New Zealand has a co-ordination role only and does not trade in products. Its responsibility is solely for products derived from deer, and it is not involved with other game animals.Board members are nominated to the Minister of Agriculture for a three year term by Deer Industry New Zealand's constituent organisations.

Deer Industry New Zealand's executive staff manage the industry programmes.