The Ministry of Fisheries Research and Science Information Standard for New Zealand Fisheries (the ‘Research Standard’) is a policy statement of best practice in the delivery and quality assurance of research and science information for New Zealand fisheries. The Standard sets out key principles for research and science information quality that apply to everyone involved in the provision of research and science information. It is founded on international best practice for science quality assurance, tailored to New Zealand’s requirements. The Research Standard will be a valuable addition to the range of tools available to help ensure that New Zealand’s fisheries management remains internationally trusted and respected. Download Research and Science Information Standard for New Zealand Fisheries - April 2011 (PDF 1MB) Download Guidelines for fish age determination protocols - August 2011 (PDF 391KB) Download Guidelines for catch sampling programmes - July 2008 (PDF 149KB)