Minister Wiersma Faces Backlash from Farmers Over Nitrogen Crisis Plans
Farmers Reactions to Minister Wiersma's Proposals
Various farming organizations are frowning after the publication of part of the manure plans from Agriculture Minister Wiersma. One significant aspect involves adjusting livestock rights: when a farmer expands and takes over livestock rights from another, the acquiring farmer must surrender some of those rights.
Impact on Different Agriculture Sectors
- This rule applies not only to cattle farmers but also to poultry and pig farmers.
- These sectors are precisely those that have managed to balance their manure disposal.
Poultry union president Bart Jan Oplaat is particularly upset by these developments, emphasizing the potential severity of this policy on their operations.
Future Considerations
The proposed changes may face further scrutiny as farmers demand a more balanced approach to the nitrogen crisis.
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