7 May 2018

Federated Farmers reacts to planned nutrient run-off rules

From Morning Report, 8:10 am on 7 May 2018

A complicated debate around clean waterways and dairy farms could ensue after the environment minister David Parker told us this morning he plans to crack down on nutrient run-off from farm. In some areas he said farmers might have to reduce cow numbers. Guyon Espiner speaks to Federated Farmers dairy chair Chris Lewis. He says farmers are adaptable and prepared for changes, but he's worried about what the Minister might be planning.