Inquiry into Impacts and Trends in Soil Acidity

Terms of Reference

The Terms of Reference for the Inquiry into Soil Acidity were referred to the Committee by the Governor in Council and gazetted on 5 June 2003.

The terms of reference require the Committee to:

1. review projected social, economic and environmental impacts of soil acidity at a regional and catchment scale;

2. develop recommendations to reduce the projected impact of soil acidity identifying areas for potential partnerships with industry and the community; and

3. identify future research and development priorities.

The Committee is required to report to Parliament by 31 March 2004.