Implementing the ban through primary legislation will enable people in the industry to give their views through the select committee process and Parliament to vote on the final proposal. I am informed that most affected parties—exporters, farmers, trading partners, and importers—are aware of the ban and understand the intent of the transition period. These actions do not set a precedent for other animal exports. Primarily, animals such as chickens are exported by plane and the travel times are much shorter. The journey time via ship for New Zealand livestock is far longer than by air, raising animal welfare concerns. 