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New Zealand farmers oppose proposed environmental reforms, fearing increased bureaucracy and legal risks despite promises of simpler rules.
New Zealand farmers, including Matt and Tory Simpson of Ranui Station, are critical of the government’s proposed resource management reforms, despite promises to reduce red tape and balance environmental protection with property rights.
While supporting goals like primary sector growth and fewer resource consents, Federated Farmers warns the draft Natural Environment and Planning Bills contain major flaws, including potential dual requirements for farm plans and consents, ambiguous language, excessive ministerial power, unclear compensation for land restrictions, and outdated Water Conservation Orders.
Critics say the legislation risks increasing legal disputes, uncertainty, and costs, urging the select committee to ensure reforms deliver simplicity, efficiency, and predictability.
Los agricultores de Nueva Zelanda se oponen a las reformas ambientales propuestas, temiendo un aumento de la burocracia y los riesgos legales a pesar de las promesas de reglas más simples.