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Biosecurity and Pest Management

Integrated Pest Management

Routine use of broad-spectrum insecticides can result in insecticides being applied unnecessarily, the enhanced development of insecticide resistance and the loss of beneficial insects. This in turn can lead to pest outbreaks and increased dependence on insecticides. Integrated pest management (IPM) offers an opportunity to move away from a routine broad-spectrum insecticide-based approach to pest management. 

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FAR - Foundation for Arable Research

Possum Control Areas in Southland

Possum Control Areas are coordinated by Environment Southland so that larger areas can be controled using effective methods

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Environment Southland

Mid Dome Wilding Trees

Contorta pine was planted on Mid Dome between the 1950s and 1980s for erosion control. Strong prevailing nor’westerly winds make Mid Dome a perfect take-off point for the millions of seeds these wilding pines produce every year. Find out more about the Mid Dome Wilding Trees Charitable trust

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Environment Southland

Southland Pest Hub

Your online guide for advice on pest animals and weeds in Southland

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Environment Southland

Weedbusting tips

A complilation of the weed articles published in the QEII Open Space magazine

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QEII

FAR - developing a biosecurity plan for an arable farm

A farm Biosecurity Register is a great way of reducing the risk of unwanted weeds, pests and diseases arriving on your doorstep. Do you have one? Find out more!

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FAR - Foundation for Arable Research

Integrated pest management - Pests and beneficials

Video - Explanation of the common brassica pests and beneficials

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FAR - Foundation for Arable Research

Identifying weeds in riparian zones of Southland

There are some common weeds found growing along waterways in Southland. Find out what they look like and see our tips for control.

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Environment Southland

Pest animals in riparian zones

Good pest management is key to the success of your riparian planting project. Riparian zones can be great for attracting wildlife, however, they can also be a smorgasbord of tasty treats and an inviting environment for hares, rabbits and possums.

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Environment Southland

Ecological Surveys

We can offer landowners both advice on protection of biodiversity habitats (e.g. forest, wetland, riparian, tussockland and especially grey scrub) as well as offer full ecological surveys of these areas – both free of charge.

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Environment Southland

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