This lack of understanding in the cities, where policies are developed, results in unrealistic policies, particularly on environmental matters, which are then imposed on primary producers. The Nationals maintain that the vital role primary producers play in the economic and social fabric of the nation should be formally recognised in a major government policy statement We will audit all environmental legislation at local, state and federal level, determining what may be best undertaken by the states and territories, to streamline regulations and removing unworkable ‘green tape’ so that food production can be expanded, where appropriate.
about technology and infrastructure, e.g. the importance of modernisation of industry, or supportive of public spending on infrastructure/tech