What do you think about the new rules on forestry conversions?
The Government has announced new legislation to limit the conversion of quality farmland to forestry, but there’s concern the new rules don’t go far enough.
Agriculture and forestry Minister Todd McClay and climate change Minister Simon Watts have announced new rules to limit farm to forestry conversions entering the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), including an annual cap on class 6 land, and a moratorium on classes 1-5.
What do you think about the new rules on forestry conversions? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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I have teeth but can’t bite. What am I?
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What word sums up 2024, neighbours?
If 2020 was the year of lockdowns, banana bread, and WFH (work from home)....
In one word, how would you define 2024?
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Share your summer photos! 📷
Taken some beautiful snaps lately? Whether it's rainbows, sunsets or a beautiful summer's day, we'd love you to share the joy with us.
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