Check out the latest updates from the BioHeritage team
Month: November 2020
A nationwide analysis of biodiversity outcomes for sanctuaries
Results from a nationwide analysis of pest control in sanctuaries have provided some important insight.
Resource Management Act Review Summary
The Adaptive Governance and Policy Group (S07) have produced a summary of the Resource Management Act Review.
Student Profile: Amy van Lindt
University of Canterbury student Amy van Lindt has been researching the potential role freshwater crayfish could play in stream restoration, and has found some interesting results.
Working towards a positive future for both farming and conservation
As pastoral farming plays a critical role in Aotearoa’s economy, it is crucial that we strive for outcomes where both farming and biodiversity win.
Te Kura Huna o Te Urewera (The Hidden Treasure of Te Urewera)
Kererū are considered by Tūhoe as a manu rangatira (chiefly bird). Because of the bird’s prominence in whakapapa and its relationship with Tāne Mahuta, the bird is imbued with immense mana. As a result, there was an extensive kawa (protocols and etiquette) and tikanga (procedures and guidelines) associated with its annual harvest and utilisation. The aims of the documentary were to firstly support […]
Eco-index: a new name for a BioHeritage programme aimed at bolstering biodiversity
The BioHeritage Eco-index team (SO1 – previously BioHeritage Scorecard) are excited to announce the new Eco-index name and logo!
Public perceptions and beliefs of novel pest control technologies
When it comes to developing new technologies for pest control, engaging with the public early allows their voices to be heard.
New Director and leadership team appointments
New Director to take up the role in December, and two new leadership team appointments for Biological Heritage.