Tangata whenua in Ahuriri or Napier want to ensure a fertiliser plant won't degrade the environment any more than it already has.
Ravensdown is reapplying for the water and air consents needed to operate its huge plant.
Despite assurances of partnership, mana whenua feel their relationship with the farming giant has taken a backwards step.
Te-Matau-a-Maui reporter Tom Kitchin has more.
