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This article from Rural Delivery written by our own Marie Taylor is an interesting read into shade research conducted on a Central Hawke’s Bay property.

Ask ecologist Marie Taylor what the most important ecological issue is facing Hawke’s Bay and her reply is quick, “habitat”. “I am all about habitat and habitat protection,” she says.

In this article by Flight magazine, Issue 194 (Ducks Unlimited NZ Inc), Marie Taylor provides benefits and practical advice for effective use of cutty grass in wetland planting projects.

In this article by The Post, Dec 2025 (Goldpine Industries) Marie identifies fencing challenges and finds solutions for rural landowners to restore, protect, and future-proof their rural landscapes.

Ask ecologist Marie Taylor what the most important ecological issue is facing Hawke’s Bay and her reply is quick, “habitat”. “I am all about habitat and habitat protection,” she says.

Major weather events have shown that tree planting significantly reduces slipping damage. Poplars, with their incredible root networks, are a logical choice for farmers managing erosion-prone land.

We’re all about taking a proactive approach to biosecurity in the nursery. That’s why we signed up to Plant Pass, a best practice nationwide biosecurity scheme for plant producers.