Does new tech really deliver?
OPINION: New technologies can promise the world but how do we know if they are delivering?
You can just about understand the NZ Outdoors Party’s stance on 1080. It’s not a scientific stance, but at least it aligns with the views of a constituency.
But getting on board with the 5G conspiracy theories really weakens its credibility.
Put simply, 5G is just a new application of radio technology. Existing research on the possible health effects of radiofrequency (RF) fields applies as much to 5G as to any other radio system in use.
A lot of research on RF fields has been published, and health and scientific bodies around the world have reviewed such research thoroughly.
The Ministry of Health website has links to some recent reviews, if you’re interested in science over scaremongering.
Bottom line, it is safe. No need to burn down cell towers just because your dropkick cousin shared misinformation on Facebook. Fringe party policies don’t have to be flaky, but they often are.
Fonterra says the US continues to be an important market for New Zealand dairy and the co-op.
Trade and Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says New Zealand's trade interests are best served in a world where trade flows freely.
New Zealand's red meat sector says it is disappointed by the United States' decision to impose tariffs on New Zealand exports.
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