The group fears an incinerator may affect tourism

The Cornish Food and Drink Group is concerned about the impact it could have on food and tourism and has called for more public discussion.

The county produces 440,000 tonnes of waste each year and landfill space is running out.

Cornwall County Council said no decision will be made before January.

Wider debate

It said councillors have been examining other possibilities.

Phil Ugalde from the Cornish Food and Drink Group said: "Whether the decision has been made on the single option remains to be seen.

"But they appear quite resolute on pursuing the one option and we're quite concerned about that and would like the debate opened out."

The group said the long-term implications of an incinerator also had to be considered on a county which relies heavily on tourism and is known for its food and clean beaches.

If plans for an incinerator are approved, it will probably not be built until 2009 or 2010.