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Kiaora Hipi Pure Sheep Whole Milk Powder
28g sachet

PRODUCT ATTRIBUTES VERIFIED BY AQ ASSURED

  • 100% pure whole sheep milk
  • Pasture raised
  • Pasture fed
  • Free range
  • Natural
  • New Zealand made
  • A2-type milk
 

Kiaora Hipi Pure Sheep Whole Milk Powder is produced in New Zealand, using 100% pure, natural New Zealand sheep milk.

Pasture Raised, Free Range

The milk is sourced from sheep that free range outside throughout the year on pasture farms located within the Waikato region of the North Island of New Zealand.

NZ Waikato Map

Pasture Fed

The sheep freely graze on pasture, with fresh grass and forage crops making up the majority of their diet. Supplementary feed ensures their nutritional needs are met.

Sheep on grass

A2-type milk

Kiaora Hipi Pure Sheep Whole Milk Powder, is made from the milk of sheep that naturally produce the A2 β-casein type protein.

Testing of the finished product by an independent laboratory confirms the A2 status of the milk powder.

(only the A2 β-casein proteoform was observed, the level of A1 was below the limit of reporting for the method)

Buy NZ Made

The sheep milk powder is officially licensed to carry the Buy NZ Made Trademark. The trademark is a symbol signifying the product is made in New Zealand according to the rules of the Fair-Trading Act.

Supply Chain

There are systems in place throughout Hipi Marihi’s supply chain to ensure that high standards of safety and quality are being met.

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The Farm

The raw milk used to produce Kiaora Hipi Pure Sheep Whole Milk Powder is sourced from outdoor pastoral based farms within the Waikato Region of the North Island of New Zealand.

Farm Assurances

New Zealand has regulations in place to ensure the health and welfare of the animals and to maintain quality and safety of milk.

Farms are required to operate under independently verified Risk Management Plan’s (RMP) approved by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). Independent, third-party audits check for compliance on a regular basis.

Sheep must be afforded the five freedoms of animal welfare as required by New Zealand Animal Welfare Standards:

  • Freedom to display normal patterns of behaviour
  • Freedom from thermal and physical discomfort
  • Freedom from thirst, hunger and malnutrition
  • Freedom from distress
  • Freedom from, or rapid treatment of, illness or injury

The raw milk collected on farm is regulated under legislation and farm controls include:

  • Milk is cooled immediately, as regulated by NZ Dairy Standards, with records kept of temperature and volumes.
  • Milk is kept chilled awaiting collection with continual monitoring of the temperature of the stored milk.
  • Independently analysing the raw milk for a range of microbial, physical and chemical tests against regulatory requirements.
  • Ensuring transport operators operate under a verified RMP.
  • Milk is not accepted by the processing factory if it does not meet required specifications.

The Factory

Factory Assurances

The manufacturing facility is registered and independently audited under the requirements of New Zealand Legislation including the Animal Products Act 1999, and the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code. 

The factory is registered with the New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and Certification and Accreditation Administration of the People's Republic of China (CNCA).

  • Samples of milk powder are tested to against specifications using both in-house (factory) and external accredited laboratories to ensure compliance.
  • Once all laboratory tests are completed and passed, New Zealand's Ministry for Primary Industries issues a health certificate, making it eligible for export.

Transport

Transport Assurances

  • The product is loaded into a shipping container, which is then locked.
  • A numbered Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) seal is applied to the container.
  • The container is loaded onto an approved vehicle for delivery to the wharf.
  • The shipping company must ensure that the products are accompanied by all EAD (export accompanied documents) required by the importing country.
  • On arrival in China, the shipment is checked by China Customs to confirm the documentation meets all import criteria prior to release.
  • Once cleared, the product is sent to the distribution warehouse.

Laboratory Tested for Safety and Quality

Kiaora Hipi Pure Sheep Whole milk powder is tested at each step of the manufacturing process to ensure compliance to strict specification criteria.

Independent testing of the finished product for a range of physical, microbial, chemical and contaminants by an external, accredited laboratory, ensures the sachets comply with NZ and China OMAR Regulations.

Manufacture and Auditing

The manufacturing facility must comply with New Zealand’s Acts and Regulations to ensure dairy products are safe for consumers.

The manufacturing site systems and procedures are regularly, independently audited to ensure compliance to the requirements of the Animal Products Act 1999, related regulations and criteria and the site Risk Management Plan.

Regulations include:

  • Animal Products Act 1999
  • Animal Products Regulations 2021
  • Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code

Kiaora Hipi Pure Sheep Whole Milk Powder is packed in a single serve* sachet.

Each serve contains:

  • A natural source of protein
  • A rich source of natural calcium
  • 100% pure sheep milk, no preservatives, or additives
  • A2-type protein

*a single serving size contains one (28g) sachet mixed with 150mL of warm water.

Nutritional Information

Items per 100g NRV %
Energy 2304kJ 27%
Protein 32.8g 55%
Fat 36.4g 61%
Carbohydrate 23.5g 8%
Sodium 287mg 14%
Calcium 1000mg 125%

Messages from Hipi Marihi

We are pleased to introduce Kiaora Hipi Pure Sheep Whole Milk Powder, sourced from the milk of sheep who graze freely outside throughout the year on open pastures.

New Zealand's Natural Advantage

Nestled in New Zealand’s North Island, the region is favoured by nature with its temperate climate, rainfall and lush pastures- creating perfect conditions for raising strong healthy sheep, delivering premium, nutritious milk. 

Hipi Marihi sheep near the lake

Experience the Hipi Marihi Difference

Crafted for a genuine taste, without any additives, flavorings or preservatives, this is sheep milk as nature intended.

Experience nourishment from nature and enjoy the 100% pure, wholesome goodness of Kiaora Hipi Sheep milk powder

Welcome to the Hipi Marihi Family

We invite you on a journey to explore the pure and natural taste of one of the world's most unique milk sources- New Zealand.