My answer to your question about what to write about is "all of the above". I love your inquiring mind and variety of topics. I'm delighted you met Mike Joy - he is a national treasure. And I'm glad you are investigating genetic techniques - very topical given that FSANZ is proposing to de-regulate gene editing techniques in food (which means we won't know what genetic modification techniques are present as they won't be labelled and the onus is on the food industry to do the safety testing!!). We are indeed lagging behind the speed of technological development, with all its risks and benefits and very little regulation in sight......
Thanks so much PJ. It was lovely speaking with Mike.
I'm hoping that by writing about genetic modification I'll give people information that they can use in discussions about these new technologies and that it will also be useful to people who write submissions about proposed regulations.
We found Stewart Island interesting, though we only spent a few days there some years ago. We were lucky enough to get on a boat trip to see albatrosses and also a night walk to see a Kiwi. You've probably been there and it would be interesting to hear your impressions.
I've actually never been there, although it's a place I'd love to visit and might be able to if my plans work out next year. I've been to New Zealand's 4th largest island, D'Urville Island, though. That's an amazing place.
Yes please to “all of the above” for what to write about! Plus while on the water topic, have you been in the Hutt valleys water catchment area? When I was with a tramping club, a ranger from Greater Wellington took us on a wee tour, because it’s not open to public generally. It was really interesting but I can’t remember much it as it was over 10 years ago. I do remember it was a beautiful place. So if you have any education around that aspect of water (how local council's work with it in catchments like the Hutt), I’m sure the other readers would be interested too. Thank you for the ongoing great educational and inspiring writing!
My answer to your question about what to write about is "all of the above". I love your inquiring mind and variety of topics. I'm delighted you met Mike Joy - he is a national treasure. And I'm glad you are investigating genetic techniques - very topical given that FSANZ is proposing to de-regulate gene editing techniques in food (which means we won't know what genetic modification techniques are present as they won't be labelled and the onus is on the food industry to do the safety testing!!). We are indeed lagging behind the speed of technological development, with all its risks and benefits and very little regulation in sight......
Thanks so much PJ. It was lovely speaking with Mike.
I'm hoping that by writing about genetic modification I'll give people information that they can use in discussions about these new technologies and that it will also be useful to people who write submissions about proposed regulations.
We found Stewart Island interesting, though we only spent a few days there some years ago. We were lucky enough to get on a boat trip to see albatrosses and also a night walk to see a Kiwi. You've probably been there and it would be interesting to hear your impressions.
Alan and Wendy Roedell, Seattle WA, USA.
I've actually never been there, although it's a place I'd love to visit and might be able to if my plans work out next year. I've been to New Zealand's 4th largest island, D'Urville Island, though. That's an amazing place.
Thanks for your response. We don't travel far now, and I miss seeing new places. Your accounts are the next best experience.
Yes please to “all of the above” for what to write about! Plus while on the water topic, have you been in the Hutt valleys water catchment area? When I was with a tramping club, a ranger from Greater Wellington took us on a wee tour, because it’s not open to public generally. It was really interesting but I can’t remember much it as it was over 10 years ago. I do remember it was a beautiful place. So if you have any education around that aspect of water (how local council's work with it in catchments like the Hutt), I’m sure the other readers would be interested too. Thank you for the ongoing great educational and inspiring writing!