Warnings anglers should not eat trout caught in catchments below 1080 drop zones tarnishes New Zealand's reputation as an international fly fishing destination, say angling experts.
The trout fishing season opens today and Nelson Marlborough Fish and Game ranger Lawson Davey said with a fair chunk of the region covered by Department of Conservation and TB-Free operations there would be few catchments in Tasman and Marlborough without 1080 drops this year.
"People can go fishing, just don't eat the fish. With the majority of drops planned for October and November, I suggest anglers get out early and make the most of it now."
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