Several West Coast mayors are backing the protests against the proposed farm-level emissions pricing scheme.
Tractor convoys, organised by Groundswell NZ, rolled into cities and town centres across the country yesterday, although the turnout wasn't as good as they might have hoped.
The farming lobby group wants out of all taxes on their greenhouse gas emissions - including the just drafted He Waka Eke Noa partnership.
Westland District Mayor Helen Lash says the plan is unworkable and will lead to higher food prices.
She spoke to Corin Dann.
