As the impact of the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread, the New Zealand dairy industry is feeling the heat.
Richard Wyeth is CEO of Miraka Dairy, a Taupō-based dairy processing business with more than 130 staff. Like many dairy companies, he's keeping a close watch.
"I've spoken to a few [dairy industry CEOs] in the agri-sector who are nervous about what's happening," Wyeth said. "Certainly where they've got large exposure to China and where they've got fresh product. I think they're the ones that are probably more nervous than the likes of myself who have got a bit more time.
"Ultimately it is a waiting game, it's a bit of hurry up and wait and see what happens."
The virus has left many living in China housebound, meaning Miraka's products are struggling to make it to the shelf.