Dairy Sector - Audit Services
We are New Zealand’s farm dairy audit experts!
Performing over 40,000 farm visits each year allows us to be more in touch with a dairy farmer’s world than any other quality assurance organisation in the country.
We provide a comprehensive third-party audit and verification service for cow, goat, and sheep dairy processors across New Zealand.
Our team of 50+ qualified auditors are familiar with the legislation and regulations affecting dairy farmers in New Zealand.
With a focus on precision, efficiency, and quality, we are committed to supporting the success and excellence of New Zealand’s dairy industry.
Please contact us for more information.
Our Expertise:
Wide-reaching Assessments
Each year, we conduct thorough assessments of milk quality, environmental practices, animal welfare, and biosecurity on dairy farms nationwide. Our evaluations ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and dairy company assurance standards.
Digital Tools for Efficiency
Committed to innovation, we develop digital tools that streamline the audit process, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness for both the client and the farmers we serve.
Specialised Milk Quality Services
We specialise in milk quality, offering consultation on best practices in milking hygiene, milking techniques, machine setup, and overall milking efficiency to ensure dairy processes meet the highest standards.
We work with the dairy industry to develop and refine industry standards of quality, welfare, sustainability and biosecurity.
What Sets Us Apart?
Knowledge and Experience:
Our team brings extensive knowledge to the table, ensuring you benefit from a wealth of experience.
High-Quality Service and Best-Practice Solutions:
We consistently deliver top-notch service, offering solutions that adhere to industry best practices.
Brand, Product, and System Confidence:
We enhance confidence in your brand, products, and systems through meticulously designed assurance programmes.
Customer-Centric Approach:
We listen to our customers’ needs, fostering lifelong partnerships built on understanding and collaboration.
Qualified and Accredited Team:
With a team of over 50 qualified auditors, we are well-versed in legislation and regulations within the primary industry.
Nationwide Reach:
Completing over 40,000 on-farm visits annually across New Zealand, we ensure our services are accessible nationwide.
Efficiency and Sustainability:
We maximize efficiency and reduce carbon footprint by combining multiple audits into a single visit.
Innovative Technology for Real-Time Reporting:
Our electronic audit and reporting systems enhance efficiency, providing real-time reports.
Responsive Support Team:
Our agile, solutions-focused support team promptly address your needs.
Embracing Ongoing Learning:
We are committed to ongoing learning, which ensures our practices are constantly improving and best in class.
Accreditations
- ISO 9001:2015 certified – We are audited annually by Telarc to ensure your internal Quality Management Systems are robust and meet this international standard.
- ISO 17020:2012 accredited inspection body – We deliver trusted compliance and quality assurance solutions in New Zealand. As an MPI-recognised agency, QCONZ is authorized to deliver Farm Dairy Assessments and RMP Verifications for Chicken and Egg Production. Our processes undergo annual audits by IANZ to ensure continued excellence and compliance.
- ISO 17065 accredited certification body – We are accredited by JAS-ANZ to the ISO 17065 standard. Our scope of accreditation includes the Synlait ‘Lead with Pride’ programme and the NZFAI ‘NZFAP’ – New Zealand’s National Farm Assurance Programme.
Learn more about our accreditations.
Further Information
Want to know more about our audit services and how we can help drive the success and sustainability of your operation?