Pests

Learn about the many plant and animal pests that threaten our land and marine environments.

Information is available for identifying species, the best methods of control and management of these pests, and how the responsibilities for managing these pests are shared.

General resources

Tasman-Nelson Regional Pest Management Plan provides a framework for efficient and effective pest management in the Tasman-Nelson region.

• Pests – Everyone’s Responsibility Brochure - a booklet that highlights your responsibilities for dealing with plant and animal pests at your place.

Useful Websites

The following website pages have more information that you may find useful:

• AgPest - a free online tool to assist farmers and agricultural professionals with pest and weed management decision making
• Department of Conservation - DOC's weed management procedures
• Niwa - aquatic weed information
• Northland Regional Council - General weed control information and identification
• Weedbusters - national weed awareness programme

Further information

Contact biosecurity@ncc.govt.nz.