NAIT accreditation standards 2026 consultation
Consultation on the proposed updates to our NAIT accreditation standards has closed.
Thank you to everyone that provided feedback on the proposed updates to the NAIT accreditation standards.
The submission period closed at 5pm on Wednesday 8 April 2026.
The consultation sought feedback to inform updates to the NAIT accreditation standards. We want to ensure the programme remains practical, sustainable, and fit‑for‑purpose for both new applicants and accredited organisations. Your feedback will be used to help inform the final proposal.
A summary report will be published on this page once it is available.
Background to the consultation
The NAIT accreditation programme supports data accuracy and animal traceability by ensuring information providers and entities working with cattle and deer deliver reliable NAIT services.
The programme is currently on hold while we work to create a better balance between upfront accreditation requirements and ongoing monitoring, while still maintaining high-quality traceability data.
Organisations eligible for NAIT accreditation include:
- information providers that deliver services such as fulfilling NAIT obligations on behalf of farmers
- entities dealing with NAIT animals, like meat processors, stock and station agents, and saleyards.
We proposed the following updates to the NAIT accreditation programme:
- A new model where applicants provide evidence upfront as part of their application or renewal. This replaces the current pre-accreditation audit process.
- Introducing ongoing monitoring through the wider NAIT compliance monitoring programme, with a particular focus on entities dealing with NAIT animals.
- A four-year accreditation term.