Right to Farm
Many people are attracted to Tasmania and our rural areas due to the serenity of country living. A great many Tasmanians both on and off farm, owe their livelihoods to farming, and it is a rich part of our cultural heritage.
Agriculture is a cornerstone of Tasmania’s economy.
If you are seeking a move to rural Tasmania and are from a non-farming background, then there are some things you should be aware of before making the move to our beautiful rural landscape.
The concept of a ‘right to farm’ mainly relates to farmers being able to undertake their lawful agricultural activities without non-farming neighbours and community land users trying to stop their farming activities.
A farming business is often a 24/7, 365-day job. Activities never stop and a farming property can be a very busy environment, especially during peak seasonal harvesting. Where there are dry conditions, both farm vehicles and livestock may create more noise and dust around the surrounding properties to a farm. The best way to manage these issues is to talk to the farmer to resolve the situation and to develop a plan that would suit everyone involved before a dispute occurs.
The Primary Industry Activities Protection Act 1995 represents a legislative approach to protect the right of farmers to conduct their farming activities. The Act protects persons engaged in primary industry by limiting the operations of the common law of nuisance in respect of certain activities that are incidental to efficient and commercially viable primary production.
Farmers and their neighbours have a dual responsibility when it comes to good neighbourly relations.
More information can be obtained by calling Tasfarmers
Ph: 03 6332 1800
Or visiting the below links