They can overcome a lot of the criticisms by listening to what has been discussed here for many years.

It may be honest effort but it's not being conducted in an honest way.

Just because it was okay in the past does not continue to make it okay today. Times change and they need to be more responsive to the issues being raised instead of continuing to ignore them.

If they want to stop a lot of the criticism then GET PERMISSION to enter private property, take samples and show they are being responsible by buying insurance to cover the liability they are exposing landowners too.

Simple as that !

If landowners are willing participants and give permission they can tour the whole country for months. I have no issues with that or putting forth their predictions. Just be aware not everyone is a willing participant so it is on them to determine only those that are.

But if your breaking the law, by technically trespassing and stealing without permissions, the criticisms will continue by individuals who choose to defend their individual and property rights.

If they want respect for their efforts they have to give respect to every farmer & landowner, even those that demand that permissions be asked for.

Just my opinion and 2¢ worth.