Protest planned outside dairy awards venue
As the dairy industry prepares to celebrate its top achievers at an awards night this Saturday, attendees are being warned to be aware of protests planned outside the venue – Baypark Arena, Mount Mauganaui.
The Government's plan to overhaul restrictions of gene editing and other genetic technologies in New Zealand and establish a dedicated regulator has been well received. The new genetic technology could be the key to reducing emissions in the pastoral sector.
However, Greenpeace remains adamant that genetically engineered "technofixes are not the solution".
Sounding like a broken record, they are still calling for fewer cows and less palm kernel feed and nitrogen fertiliser.
In case Greenpease hasn't noticed, even Organics Aotearoa New Zealand (OANZ) has welcomed discussions to review gene technology rules to meet changes in scientific advancements.
