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New investment in myrtle rust research

November 20, 2019


Four new projects are underway within Ngā Rākau Taketake that address key science priorites identified in the kauri dieback and myrtle rust strategic science plans:

  • Mātauranga Māori Surveillance Framework
  • Funding for urgent monitoring of myrtle rust this season
  • Te mauri o te rakau, te mauri o te ngahere, te mauri o te tangata (The life force of the trees, the life force of the forest, the life force of the people)
  • Tools for detection and management

There are opportunities to get involved.