June 2005
- Changes in drought risk with climate change
June 2005
The report aims to give central and local government and the agriculture sector an indication of how big future drought changes could be in the various regions. This information can be relevant in managing long-term water resources and land use, including planning for irrigation schemes. - The 2005 Review of the East Coast Forestry
16 June 2005
MAF Discussion Paper No 37
The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry is commencing a review of the East Coast Forestry Project focusing on the implementation of changes made since 2000. This discussion document has been developed to provide information on the 2005 Review and to encourage you to have your say, by forwarding a submission to us. - Top eight pests to watch
10 June 2005
There are just eight pests and diseases that are the focus on the campaign, but there are many more undesirables that threaten New Zealand's economy and environment. - Know the enemy campaign June 2005
10 June 2005
Media backgrounder
Biosecurity New Zealand has launched the 'Know the Enemy' campaign to alert all New Zealanders to the importance of border protection and the role everyone can play in ensuring our biosecurity is effective. - Know the Enemy - Public armed to spot newly introduced pests
10 June 2005
It only takes one introduced pest to damage our country and one of us to stop that pest. - June Rural Bulletin
8 June 2005
including: Budget 2005, Consultation: The Medical Workforce, Consultation: Maori Health and Disability Workforce Plan, Accessing Health Services: New Policy, Too Few Over-65s Get Flu Jab, ACNielsen Views the Ageing Kiwi Population, Youth Language Glossary, Internet Items and Update - New Zealand Agriculture, Forestry and Horticulture In Brief
3 June 2005
A snapshot of Agriculture, Forestry and Horticulture statistics. - Hawkes Bay residents asked to contribute to river values analysis
2 June 2005
Hawkes Bay residents will next week have the opportunity to help Biosecurity New Zealand (BNZ) determine the economic, environmental, cultural and social values of the region's rivers and streams. - Testing confirms Painted Apple Moth find a new arrival
2 June 2005
Scientific testing using two different techniques indicates that that the Painted Apple Moth (PAM) trapped at an Otahuhu container facility on 5 May 2005 was a new arrival, and not a remainder of the population in West Auckland that sparked eradication measures in 2002.
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