The map of low slope land is incorporated by reference in the stock exclusion regulations. It was amended in 2022 to improve how it identifies slope and to avoid capturing lower intensity farming in the high country.
Recent changes have improved how the map identifies slope, and have addressed how it captures lower intensity farming in the high country. However, the map still captures some lower intensity farming systems (ie, at lower altitudes and slopes).
The map of low slope land is incorporated by reference in the stock exclusion regulations. It was amended in 2022 to improve how it identifies slope and to avoid capturing lower intensity farming in the high country.
Recent changes have improved how the map identifies slope, and have addressed how it captures lower intensity farming in the high country. However, the map still captures some lower intensity farming systems (ie, at lower altitudes and slopes).
This discussion document seeks feedback on options to address the unintended capture of lower intensity farming systems by the map of low slope land, as well as other issues with the stock exclusion regulations.
This document was open for public submissions from 19 June and closed 16 July 2023.
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