Wellington, Dec 16 NZPA - The Pork Industry Board's threat of legal action which has delayed the release of a new code of welfare for pigs is disappointing, Agriculture Minister David Carter said today.

Wellington, July 20 NZPA - The pork industry should address consumer concerns about animal welfare and reductions to the length of time sows can be kept in dry stalls need to kick in sooner, Agriculture Minister David Carter says.

Wellington, May 27 NZPA - The Green Party wants Prime Minister John Key to personally fix the sow crate problem and doesn't appear to trust Agriculture Minister David Carter to sort it out.