Mention attempted prosecution of Colin Kaye for undersized stalls, and how MAF just changed the rules. Complaint of undue influence of MAF officials is presently in front of the State Services Commission.
Picture of Canterbury plains illustrates the extent to which native forest has disappeared. The only native bush in Canterbury is a small reserve in Christchurch city. This can be related to waste. More food Also mention Nga uruora for discussion on destruction of lowland Kahikatea.
Ask students which of these could also be caused by horticulture or forestry. Livestock is not the only culprit but is the major one
Also add that a diet of 50% (by calories) raw meat, when compared with a plant based diet, has the same effect as driving a SUV, compared with a Prius.
I like to say to people guilty about having a big car, give up meat instead and drive your car as much as you like!
Again point out livestock is not the sole contributor, but is a major one.
Also mention Fonterra’s dumping of milk product waste into the Manuwatu river.
Under the RMA, “environment” includes the social environment, and this includes value systems of the public, most of whom are opposed to factory farming. Photo is of demo outside Wellington Egg Company
Lock on to Premier bacon company truck, Wellington 2005.
Photo of waste milk products
Auckland Regional Authority: Allowed load depends on soil type.
No restrictions in plan does not necessarily mean they will not restrict loading.