Such a true statement. I would love some science on how much phosphate in water is caused by the huge amount of erosion caused each year on rivers ,streams which act as tributaries to these major water bodies. Caused by the lack of maintenance from the EA.You see therein lies the problem.
“Affecting wildlife i beleive” what source and what facts for such a statement?
“Lot of stuff online about it” …….. there’s plenty of “stuff” online about a lot of things, doesn’t mean it’s true.
It’s too easy for agriculture to be made the scapegoat, say these things often enough and it suddenly becomes the accepted norm even if there is no evidence for it.
We need to understand where all the sampling points are in relation to sewage discharge points etc.
It’s really important we remain objective and challenge unsubstantiated claims. Even if it’s not in our area it is important that as an industry we stand together. The issues you face and may be responsible for are very different to those I face in my area.
Let’s not give those who wish to regulate us unnecessary ammunition from ill thought out comments and evidence. All IMHO.