Kauri tree protection guidelines

Brendan Gould, the NZ Forest Owners Association (NZFOA) biosecurity manager, launched the guidelines to protect kauri trees, at the Forest Biosecurity Conference. The guidelines have been developed in partnership between Forest Owners Association, Farm Forestry Association, Forest Growers Levy Trust and Tiakina Kauri.

Kauri are one of the largest and longest living trees in the world, and can live up to 2,000 years, grow to 16 m in diameter and 50 m tall. Unfortunately they are vulnerable to the soil-bourne pathogen Phytophthora agathidicida, also known as kauri dieback.

There is no known cure for kauri dieback, but we can prevent its spread. If you are undertaking plantation forestry activities in the north of New Zealand, you need to abide by these guidelines in order to protect kauri from infection.

If you’re undertaking outdoor activities in the north, remember to follow these steps to contain the disease:

• Use the wash station if available
• Clean your gear
• Follow the instructions on the signage
• Stay on the tracks

Together we can protect our kauri forests for generations to come.

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Source & image credit: NZFOA (via LinkedIn)