A parasite and potentially disease-carrying leaf matter have been found in one of the first shipment of apples after the 90-year ban was lifted. Photo: iStock
We are constantly urged to buy local. Support our farmers. It’ fresher, cheaper, better for you, better for the farmer.
Well, here’s another reason to buy local. And to go that step further…take action and let our politicians know through an email or letter that we are not happy.
The introduction of pests and parasites that for generations have been diligently kept out of the country. And now they are being let in for a quick buck.
Far from apples after NZ parasite found article
