Identification of Issues

Links to pages with groups of concerns are:

Material From Original Gov't Discussion Paper

[ Intro to common concerns from original discussion papersource#1, "Common Concerns" section p.1 ]

While intensive livestock production can mean economic opportunity for Manitoba, concerns have been raised about the environmental and social consequences. The growth of Manitoba’s livestock industry expansion must take place in a sustainable manner, addressing environmental considerations, such as soil and water quality, as well as concerns related to public health, property values and quality of life.

Groundwater / Surface Waters / Odour / Disease Transmission / Management of Mortalities / Excessive Manure Application / Land Use Planning and Development Approvals / Property Values / Quality of Life / The Trend toward Larger Operations

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Material From "Common Ground" Government Report

Other Material and References