Food Act 2014 - New Food Legislation Listen The New Food Act came into force on 1 March 2016. To find out what it will mean for your business view the Ministry of Primary Industries publications below.Food Act 2014 -The Facts If you are a food service or catering business.Facts for Food Service Businesses A copy of the Food Control Plan template and diary for food service or catering businessesFood Control Plan If you are a food Retailers Facts for Food Retailers