Tuesday, 26 May 2020 10:15

Bennett new National ag spokesman

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David Bennett.

Hamilton East MP David Bennett has been appointed National’s new agriculture spokesman.

Bennett replaces Todd Muller who is now the leader of the National Party.

Muller has appointed Rangitata MP Andrew Falloon as deputy agriculture spokesman.

IrrigationNZ congratulated Bennett.

“We have worked closely with Todd since he took over the agricultural portfolio, and we congratulate him on his new role as leader of the National Party, alongside his deputy Nikki Kaye,” says IrrigationNZ chief executive, Elizabeth Soal.

“We look forward to working with David - and all political parties - to ensure that water infrastructure, use, and good management gets the focus it urgently requires.

“It is critical to underpin a resilient and sustainable future for New Zealand’s food and fibre sector, our communities, and the environment.”

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