@axelheiser.bsky.social
Pinned
🦟 Day 3 of ̲𝗕̲𝗶̲𝗼̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗰̲𝘂̲𝗿̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗔̲𝘄̲𝗮̲𝗿̲𝗲̲𝗻̲𝗲̲𝘀̲𝘀̲ ̲𝗠̲𝗼̲𝗻̲𝘁̲𝗵̲ 🦟
𝙁𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙝𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙎𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮
Back in 2010 NZ officially eradicated the southern saltmarsh mosquito, which was a threat to public health and wildlife as a vector for Ross River virus.
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
𝙁𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙝𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙎𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮
Back in 2010 NZ officially eradicated the southern saltmarsh mosquito, which was a threat to public health and wildlife as a vector for Ross River virus.
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
🎉 31 days of Biosecurity Awareness Month, 1 message:biosecurity research is NZ’s economic powerhouse! For every $1 invested into research, we get $100+ back protecting exports, nature & livelihoods.
#ProtectNZ #TeamBSI
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
www.bioeconomyscience.co.nz
#ProtectNZ #TeamBSI
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
www.bioeconomyscience.co.nz
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August 30, 2025 at 11:11 PM
🎉 31 days of Biosecurity Awareness Month, 1 message:biosecurity research is NZ’s economic powerhouse! For every $1 invested into research, we get $100+ back protecting exports, nature & livelihoods.
#ProtectNZ #TeamBSI
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
www.bioeconomyscience.co.nz
#ProtectNZ #TeamBSI
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
www.bioeconomyscience.co.nz
🛃 Day 30 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month!
What pest is the #1 border interception in NZ?
It’s mosquitoes 🦟! These tiny invaders try to sneak in year after year—putting our health at risk🚨
Border teams + public vigilance = NZ protected.
#ProtectNZ
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
What pest is the #1 border interception in NZ?
It’s mosquitoes 🦟! These tiny invaders try to sneak in year after year—putting our health at risk🚨
Border teams + public vigilance = NZ protected.
#ProtectNZ
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
August 29, 2025 at 11:50 PM
🛃 Day 30 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month!
What pest is the #1 border interception in NZ?
It’s mosquitoes 🦟! These tiny invaders try to sneak in year after year—putting our health at risk🚨
Border teams + public vigilance = NZ protected.
#ProtectNZ
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
What pest is the #1 border interception in NZ?
It’s mosquitoes 🦟! These tiny invaders try to sneak in year after year—putting our health at risk🚨
Border teams + public vigilance = NZ protected.
#ProtectNZ
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
🌲 Day 29 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month!
BSI is reimagining forest defence in Aotearoa 🌏
From satellites & drones to DNA diagnostics & biocontrols—innovation is keeping our $7B forestry industry + native forests safe. 🌲
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ #Biosecurity
BSI is reimagining forest defence in Aotearoa 🌏
From satellites & drones to DNA diagnostics & biocontrols—innovation is keeping our $7B forestry industry + native forests safe. 🌲
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ #Biosecurity
August 28, 2025 at 7:12 PM
🌲 Day 29 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month!
BSI is reimagining forest defence in Aotearoa 🌏
From satellites & drones to DNA diagnostics & biocontrols—innovation is keeping our $7B forestry industry + native forests safe. 🌲
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ #Biosecurity
BSI is reimagining forest defence in Aotearoa 🌏
From satellites & drones to DNA diagnostics & biocontrols—innovation is keeping our $7B forestry industry + native forests safe. 🌲
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ #Biosecurity
🌿 Day 28 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth
🦟 Meet the Tiger Mosquito: small bug, BIG threat.
Deadliest animal on Earth = mosquito (700k deaths/yr).
Asian tiger mozzie isn’t here yet.
One bite = dengue, Zika & more.
Spot it? Report it!
📞 0800 80 99 66 | 💻 report.mpi.govt.nz
#ProtectNZ
🦟 Meet the Tiger Mosquito: small bug, BIG threat.
Deadliest animal on Earth = mosquito (700k deaths/yr).
Asian tiger mozzie isn’t here yet.
One bite = dengue, Zika & more.
Spot it? Report it!
📞 0800 80 99 66 | 💻 report.mpi.govt.nz
#ProtectNZ
Biosecurity New Zealand // Online Notifications
MPI pest and disease reporter
report.mpi.govt.nz
August 27, 2025 at 7:34 PM
🌿 Day 28 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth
🦟 Meet the Tiger Mosquito: small bug, BIG threat.
Deadliest animal on Earth = mosquito (700k deaths/yr).
Asian tiger mozzie isn’t here yet.
One bite = dengue, Zika & more.
Spot it? Report it!
📞 0800 80 99 66 | 💻 report.mpi.govt.nz
#ProtectNZ
🦟 Meet the Tiger Mosquito: small bug, BIG threat.
Deadliest animal on Earth = mosquito (700k deaths/yr).
Asian tiger mozzie isn’t here yet.
One bite = dengue, Zika & more.
Spot it? Report it!
📞 0800 80 99 66 | 💻 report.mpi.govt.nz
#ProtectNZ
🌱Day 27 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month!
In NZ, every biocontrol agent (insect or fungus) is tested for years, locked down in secure labs, AND must pass strict EPA & public scrutiny before release; targeting only invasive weeds and helping our ecosystems thrive.
#ProtectNZ
In NZ, every biocontrol agent (insect or fungus) is tested for years, locked down in secure labs, AND must pass strict EPA & public scrutiny before release; targeting only invasive weeds and helping our ecosystems thrive.
#ProtectNZ
August 26, 2025 at 7:46 PM
🌱Day 27 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month!
In NZ, every biocontrol agent (insect or fungus) is tested for years, locked down in secure labs, AND must pass strict EPA & public scrutiny before release; targeting only invasive weeds and helping our ecosystems thrive.
#ProtectNZ
In NZ, every biocontrol agent (insect or fungus) is tested for years, locked down in secure labs, AND must pass strict EPA & public scrutiny before release; targeting only invasive weeds and helping our ecosystems thrive.
#ProtectNZ
🌱 Day 26 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth 🐑
🚁 Drones & Remote Sensing: NZ’s biosecurity game-changers! 🚁
From forests 🌳 to farms 🌽 to oceans 🌊, Kiwi innovation is spotting pests, protecting wildlife & safeguarding our future exports.
💡 Smarter tech = faster action = stronger protection.
#ProtectNZ
🚁 Drones & Remote Sensing: NZ’s biosecurity game-changers! 🚁
From forests 🌳 to farms 🌽 to oceans 🌊, Kiwi innovation is spotting pests, protecting wildlife & safeguarding our future exports.
💡 Smarter tech = faster action = stronger protection.
#ProtectNZ
August 25, 2025 at 7:29 PM
🌱 Day 26 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth 🐑
🚁 Drones & Remote Sensing: NZ’s biosecurity game-changers! 🚁
From forests 🌳 to farms 🌽 to oceans 🌊, Kiwi innovation is spotting pests, protecting wildlife & safeguarding our future exports.
💡 Smarter tech = faster action = stronger protection.
#ProtectNZ
🚁 Drones & Remote Sensing: NZ’s biosecurity game-changers! 🚁
From forests 🌳 to farms 🌽 to oceans 🌊, Kiwi innovation is spotting pests, protecting wildlife & safeguarding our future exports.
💡 Smarter tech = faster action = stronger protection.
#ProtectNZ
🌏 Day 25 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth
As NZ’s climate shifts, so do pest & disease threats.
🐛 New pests can now survive in warmer regions
🌱 Sleeper weeds may suddenly “wake up”
🚢 Changed trade routes = new risks
Are we ready? Biosecurity is everyone’s job. 💪
#ProtectNZ #Biosecurity #ClimateChange
As NZ’s climate shifts, so do pest & disease threats.
🐛 New pests can now survive in warmer regions
🌱 Sleeper weeds may suddenly “wake up”
🚢 Changed trade routes = new risks
Are we ready? Biosecurity is everyone’s job. 💪
#ProtectNZ #Biosecurity #ClimateChange
August 24, 2025 at 8:26 PM
🌏 Day 25 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth
As NZ’s climate shifts, so do pest & disease threats.
🐛 New pests can now survive in warmer regions
🌱 Sleeper weeds may suddenly “wake up”
🚢 Changed trade routes = new risks
Are we ready? Biosecurity is everyone’s job. 💪
#ProtectNZ #Biosecurity #ClimateChange
As NZ’s climate shifts, so do pest & disease threats.
🐛 New pests can now survive in warmer regions
🌱 Sleeper weeds may suddenly “wake up”
🚢 Changed trade routes = new risks
Are we ready? Biosecurity is everyone’s job. 💪
#ProtectNZ #Biosecurity #ClimateChange
🔬 Day 24 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth
🌱 Celebrating Dr Stephen Goldson – a true champion of plant protection! 🎖️
From pioneering biocontrol saving NZ farmers >$400m/yr, to publishing 220+ works, to mentoring generations of scientists & shaping NZ as a global leader
#ProtectNZ
🌱 Celebrating Dr Stephen Goldson – a true champion of plant protection! 🎖️
From pioneering biocontrol saving NZ farmers >$400m/yr, to publishing 220+ works, to mentoring generations of scientists & shaping NZ as a global leader
#ProtectNZ
August 23, 2025 at 11:09 PM
🔬 Day 24 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth
🌱 Celebrating Dr Stephen Goldson – a true champion of plant protection! 🎖️
From pioneering biocontrol saving NZ farmers >$400m/yr, to publishing 220+ works, to mentoring generations of scientists & shaping NZ as a global leader
#ProtectNZ
🌱 Celebrating Dr Stephen Goldson – a true champion of plant protection! 🎖️
From pioneering biocontrol saving NZ farmers >$400m/yr, to publishing 220+ works, to mentoring generations of scientists & shaping NZ as a global leader
#ProtectNZ
🌱 Day 23 of #BiosecurityMonth: Every Kiwi is a Biosecurity Officer!
🧼 Clean boots & gear
✈️ Avoid risky imports
Spot something weird on land or water? Report it!
📞 0800 80 99 66 | report.mpi.govt.nz | Find-a-Pest app
Let’s #ProtectNZ together!
🧼 Clean boots & gear
✈️ Avoid risky imports
Spot something weird on land or water? Report it!
📞 0800 80 99 66 | report.mpi.govt.nz | Find-a-Pest app
Let’s #ProtectNZ together!
Biosecurity New Zealand // Online Notifications
MPI pest and disease reporter
report.mpi.govt.nz
August 22, 2025 at 11:13 PM
🌱 Day 23 of #BiosecurityMonth: Every Kiwi is a Biosecurity Officer!
🧼 Clean boots & gear
✈️ Avoid risky imports
Spot something weird on land or water? Report it!
📞 0800 80 99 66 | report.mpi.govt.nz | Find-a-Pest app
Let’s #ProtectNZ together!
🧼 Clean boots & gear
✈️ Avoid risky imports
Spot something weird on land or water? Report it!
📞 0800 80 99 66 | report.mpi.govt.nz | Find-a-Pest app
Let’s #ProtectNZ together!
🧬 Day 22 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month!
NZ’s $7B+ horticulture industry has a secret weapon against 🪰 fruit flies: world‑leading science.
From 7,800+ traps to sterile insect release & global partnerships – our scientists stop threats before they spread.
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
NZ’s $7B+ horticulture industry has a secret weapon against 🪰 fruit flies: world‑leading science.
From 7,800+ traps to sterile insect release & global partnerships – our scientists stop threats before they spread.
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
August 21, 2025 at 9:23 PM
🧬 Day 22 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month!
NZ’s $7B+ horticulture industry has a secret weapon against 🪰 fruit flies: world‑leading science.
From 7,800+ traps to sterile insect release & global partnerships – our scientists stop threats before they spread.
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
NZ’s $7B+ horticulture industry has a secret weapon against 🪰 fruit flies: world‑leading science.
From 7,800+ traps to sterile insect release & global partnerships – our scientists stop threats before they spread.
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
🛃 Day 21 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth
🧀 What does Swiss cheese have to do with biosecurity?
Each layer = a defence. Each layer has holes, but stacked together they protect NZ from pests & diseases.
Every slice (pre-border, border, post-border) matters — and so do YOU. 💪🌿
#ProtectNZ
🧀 What does Swiss cheese have to do with biosecurity?
Each layer = a defence. Each layer has holes, but stacked together they protect NZ from pests & diseases.
Every slice (pre-border, border, post-border) matters — and so do YOU. 💪🌿
#ProtectNZ
August 20, 2025 at 9:13 PM
🛃 Day 21 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth
🧀 What does Swiss cheese have to do with biosecurity?
Each layer = a defence. Each layer has holes, but stacked together they protect NZ from pests & diseases.
Every slice (pre-border, border, post-border) matters — and so do YOU. 💪🌿
#ProtectNZ
🧀 What does Swiss cheese have to do with biosecurity?
Each layer = a defence. Each layer has holes, but stacked together they protect NZ from pests & diseases.
Every slice (pre-border, border, post-border) matters — and so do YOU. 💪🌿
#ProtectNZ
🐑Day 20 of Biosecurity Awareness Month
🚫Myth Buster: Biosecurity hurts trade
Reality? In NZ, biosecurity IS trade advantage.
Here’s why:
🌏Trusted goods=open doors
📦Fewer export disruptions
💸Premium prices for safe products
🤝Stronger partnerships worldwide
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
🚫Myth Buster: Biosecurity hurts trade
Reality? In NZ, biosecurity IS trade advantage.
Here’s why:
🌏Trusted goods=open doors
📦Fewer export disruptions
💸Premium prices for safe products
🤝Stronger partnerships worldwide
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
August 19, 2025 at 8:37 PM
🐑Day 20 of Biosecurity Awareness Month
🚫Myth Buster: Biosecurity hurts trade
Reality? In NZ, biosecurity IS trade advantage.
Here’s why:
🌏Trusted goods=open doors
📦Fewer export disruptions
💸Premium prices for safe products
🤝Stronger partnerships worldwide
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
🚫Myth Buster: Biosecurity hurts trade
Reality? In NZ, biosecurity IS trade advantage.
Here’s why:
🌏Trusted goods=open doors
📦Fewer export disruptions
💸Premium prices for safe products
🤝Stronger partnerships worldwide
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
🌱 Day 19 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month
🔮 Predictive modelling = our biosecurity crystal ball
By spotting risks before they reach NZ, we can:
📊Turn data into early warnings
🚨Respond before a crisis hits
🌏Protect industries, communities & environment
Are we investing enough in this future?
#ProtectNZ
🔮 Predictive modelling = our biosecurity crystal ball
By spotting risks before they reach NZ, we can:
📊Turn data into early warnings
🚨Respond before a crisis hits
🌏Protect industries, communities & environment
Are we investing enough in this future?
#ProtectNZ
August 18, 2025 at 8:47 PM
🌱 Day 19 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month
🔮 Predictive modelling = our biosecurity crystal ball
By spotting risks before they reach NZ, we can:
📊Turn data into early warnings
🚨Respond before a crisis hits
🌏Protect industries, communities & environment
Are we investing enough in this future?
#ProtectNZ
🔮 Predictive modelling = our biosecurity crystal ball
By spotting risks before they reach NZ, we can:
📊Turn data into early warnings
🚨Respond before a crisis hits
🌏Protect industries, communities & environment
Are we investing enough in this future?
#ProtectNZ
🐟 Day 18 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month 🦐
NZ’s world-class fisheries + mussel farms face threats you can’t always see 👀
👉 Marine pests + diseases cost our blue economy billions.
🛑 One dirty hull or bilge can spread invaders like fanworm + harmful algae.
Keep our waters safe! #ProtectNZ
NZ’s world-class fisheries + mussel farms face threats you can’t always see 👀
👉 Marine pests + diseases cost our blue economy billions.
🛑 One dirty hull or bilge can spread invaders like fanworm + harmful algae.
Keep our waters safe! #ProtectNZ
August 17, 2025 at 9:08 PM
🐟 Day 18 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month 🦐
NZ’s world-class fisheries + mussel farms face threats you can’t always see 👀
👉 Marine pests + diseases cost our blue economy billions.
🛑 One dirty hull or bilge can spread invaders like fanworm + harmful algae.
Keep our waters safe! #ProtectNZ
NZ’s world-class fisheries + mussel farms face threats you can’t always see 👀
👉 Marine pests + diseases cost our blue economy billions.
🛑 One dirty hull or bilge can spread invaders like fanworm + harmful algae.
Keep our waters safe! #ProtectNZ
👨🏻🔬Day 17 of ̲𝗕̲𝗶̲𝗼̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗰̲𝘂̲𝗿̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗔̲𝘄̲𝗮̲𝗿̲𝗲̲𝗻̲𝗲̲𝘀̲𝘀̲ ̲𝗠̲𝗼̲𝗻̲𝘁̲𝗵̲
🌟 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗗𝗿. 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝘂𝗹𝗼𝗻
Meet Dr. David Teulon—the former director of Better Border Biosecurity (B3) and a legend in New Zealand’s science community.
www.b3nz.org.nz
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
🌟 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗗𝗿. 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝘂𝗹𝗼𝗻
Meet Dr. David Teulon—the former director of Better Border Biosecurity (B3) and a legend in New Zealand’s science community.
www.b3nz.org.nz
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
August 16, 2025 at 7:52 PM
👨🏻🔬Day 17 of ̲𝗕̲𝗶̲𝗼̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗰̲𝘂̲𝗿̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗔̲𝘄̲𝗮̲𝗿̲𝗲̲𝗻̲𝗲̲𝘀̲𝘀̲ ̲𝗠̲𝗼̲𝗻̲𝘁̲𝗵̲
🌟 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗗𝗿. 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝘂𝗹𝗼𝗻
Meet Dr. David Teulon—the former director of Better Border Biosecurity (B3) and a legend in New Zealand’s science community.
www.b3nz.org.nz
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
🌟 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗗𝗿. 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝘂𝗹𝗼𝗻
Meet Dr. David Teulon—the former director of Better Border Biosecurity (B3) and a legend in New Zealand’s science community.
www.b3nz.org.nz
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
🐝 Day 16 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth 🐦
Bees, Birds & Biosecurity – it’s all connected!
🌿Bees pollinate 1/3 of our crops & native plants
🕊️Birds like tūī & kererū spread seeds & sustain forests
🚫Pests + diseases = big threats to both
Protecting bees & birds means protecting New Zealand.
#ProtectNZ
Bees, Birds & Biosecurity – it’s all connected!
🌿Bees pollinate 1/3 of our crops & native plants
🕊️Birds like tūī & kererū spread seeds & sustain forests
🚫Pests + diseases = big threats to both
Protecting bees & birds means protecting New Zealand.
#ProtectNZ
August 15, 2025 at 11:11 PM
🐝 Day 16 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth 🐦
Bees, Birds & Biosecurity – it’s all connected!
🌿Bees pollinate 1/3 of our crops & native plants
🕊️Birds like tūī & kererū spread seeds & sustain forests
🚫Pests + diseases = big threats to both
Protecting bees & birds means protecting New Zealand.
#ProtectNZ
Bees, Birds & Biosecurity – it’s all connected!
🌿Bees pollinate 1/3 of our crops & native plants
🕊️Birds like tūī & kererū spread seeds & sustain forests
🚫Pests + diseases = big threats to both
Protecting bees & birds means protecting New Zealand.
#ProtectNZ
🐮 Day 15 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth 🐑
Cross-sector innovation pushes NZ from “reactive” to proactive. Smarter surveillance, rapid diagnostics & collaborative research. One Biosecurity connecting animal, plant, and human health to face future threats!
Science, farmers, and government #ProtectNZ.
Cross-sector innovation pushes NZ from “reactive” to proactive. Smarter surveillance, rapid diagnostics & collaborative research. One Biosecurity connecting animal, plant, and human health to face future threats!
Science, farmers, and government #ProtectNZ.
August 14, 2025 at 11:38 PM
🐮 Day 15 of #BiosecurityAwarenessMonth 🐑
Cross-sector innovation pushes NZ from “reactive” to proactive. Smarter surveillance, rapid diagnostics & collaborative research. One Biosecurity connecting animal, plant, and human health to face future threats!
Science, farmers, and government #ProtectNZ.
Cross-sector innovation pushes NZ from “reactive” to proactive. Smarter surveillance, rapid diagnostics & collaborative research. One Biosecurity connecting animal, plant, and human health to face future threats!
Science, farmers, and government #ProtectNZ.
🌳 Day 14 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month 🐟
Citizen scientists are on the frontline against myrtle rust — spotting, reporting & helping save pōhutukawa, ramarama & mānuka
inaturalist.nz/projects/myr...
📱 Download Myrtle Rust Reporter or iNaturalist & log what you see. Every sighting counts!
#ProtectNZ
Citizen scientists are on the frontline against myrtle rust — spotting, reporting & helping save pōhutukawa, ramarama & mānuka
inaturalist.nz/projects/myr...
📱 Download Myrtle Rust Reporter or iNaturalist & log what you see. Every sighting counts!
#ProtectNZ
Myrtle Rust Reporter
Your help is needed to monitor the spread of myrtle rust. This disease is a serious biosecurity threat. Myrtle rust is caused by a fungus that spreads in the air. People can also move fungal spores ar...
inaturalist.nz
August 13, 2025 at 8:38 PM
🌳 Day 14 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month 🐟
Citizen scientists are on the frontline against myrtle rust — spotting, reporting & helping save pōhutukawa, ramarama & mānuka
inaturalist.nz/projects/myr...
📱 Download Myrtle Rust Reporter or iNaturalist & log what you see. Every sighting counts!
#ProtectNZ
Citizen scientists are on the frontline against myrtle rust — spotting, reporting & helping save pōhutukawa, ramarama & mānuka
inaturalist.nz/projects/myr...
📱 Download Myrtle Rust Reporter or iNaturalist & log what you see. Every sighting counts!
#ProtectNZ
Day 13 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month 🌱
🛑 Myth: “NZ’s too small to be a target.”
Even as a small nation, our export-driven economy means any biosecurity breach can cost the country billions and threaten our landscapes, wildlife, and way of life.
🛡️ #ProtectNZ together!
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
🛑 Myth: “NZ’s too small to be a target.”
Even as a small nation, our export-driven economy means any biosecurity breach can cost the country billions and threaten our landscapes, wildlife, and way of life.
🛡️ #ProtectNZ together!
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
August 12, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Day 13 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month 🌱
🛑 Myth: “NZ’s too small to be a target.”
Even as a small nation, our export-driven economy means any biosecurity breach can cost the country billions and threaten our landscapes, wildlife, and way of life.
🛡️ #ProtectNZ together!
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
🛑 Myth: “NZ’s too small to be a target.”
Even as a small nation, our export-driven economy means any biosecurity breach can cost the country billions and threaten our landscapes, wildlife, and way of life.
🛡️ #ProtectNZ together!
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
🐶 Day 12 of ̲𝗕̲𝗶̲𝗼̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗰̲𝘂̲𝗿̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗔̲𝘄̲𝗮̲𝗿̲𝗲̲𝗻̲𝗲̲𝘀̲𝘀̲ ̲𝗠̲𝗼̲𝗻̲𝘁̲𝗵̲: Meet the real heroes at the border: MPI’s detector dogs! 🐶🧳 These clever pups sniff out risky plants, foods, and animal products at airports, ports, and even cruise ships, keeping Aotearoa safe from pests and diseases.
#Biosecurity #NZDogs #ProtectNZ
#Biosecurity #NZDogs #ProtectNZ
About MPI's Detector Dog Programme | NZ Government
MPI's Detector Dog Programme ensures that dogs are trained to detect and stop biosecurity risk items coming into New Zealand. Find out about the dogs' work and how the programme came about.
www.mpi.govt.nz
August 12, 2025 at 12:02 AM
🐶 Day 12 of ̲𝗕̲𝗶̲𝗼̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗰̲𝘂̲𝗿̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗔̲𝘄̲𝗮̲𝗿̲𝗲̲𝗻̲𝗲̲𝘀̲𝘀̲ ̲𝗠̲𝗼̲𝗻̲𝘁̲𝗵̲: Meet the real heroes at the border: MPI’s detector dogs! 🐶🧳 These clever pups sniff out risky plants, foods, and animal products at airports, ports, and even cruise ships, keeping Aotearoa safe from pests and diseases.
#Biosecurity #NZDogs #ProtectNZ
#Biosecurity #NZDogs #ProtectNZ
🛡️ Day 11 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month
Biosecurity is everyone’s business. The Biosecurity Business Pledge unites Kiwi companies to protect 🇳🇿’s economy, farms & iconic landscapes.
#SustainableFarming #InnovationInAg #ProtectNZ
Biosecurity is everyone’s business. The Biosecurity Business Pledge unites Kiwi companies to protect 🇳🇿’s economy, farms & iconic landscapes.
#SustainableFarming #InnovationInAg #ProtectNZ
August 10, 2025 at 9:08 PM
🛡️ Day 11 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month
Biosecurity is everyone’s business. The Biosecurity Business Pledge unites Kiwi companies to protect 🇳🇿’s economy, farms & iconic landscapes.
#SustainableFarming #InnovationInAg #ProtectNZ
Biosecurity is everyone’s business. The Biosecurity Business Pledge unites Kiwi companies to protect 🇳🇿’s economy, farms & iconic landscapes.
#SustainableFarming #InnovationInAg #ProtectNZ
👨🏻🔬 Day 10 of ̲𝗕̲𝗶̲𝗼̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗰̲𝘂̲𝗿̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗔̲𝘄̲𝗮̲𝗿̲𝗲̲𝗻̲𝗲̲𝘀̲𝘀̲ ̲𝗠̲𝗼̲𝗻̲𝘁̲𝗵̲ 🥷🏻🌲 Champion of Biosecurity: Dr Brian Richardson, Principal Scientist at BSI|Scion. He was honoured with the 2024 Minister’s Biosecurity Award, recognising more than 40 years on the biosecurity front line.
August 9, 2025 at 7:56 PM
👨🏻🔬 Day 10 of ̲𝗕̲𝗶̲𝗼̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗰̲𝘂̲𝗿̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗔̲𝘄̲𝗮̲𝗿̲𝗲̲𝗻̲𝗲̲𝘀̲𝘀̲ ̲𝗠̲𝗼̲𝗻̲𝘁̲𝗵̲ 🥷🏻🌲 Champion of Biosecurity: Dr Brian Richardson, Principal Scientist at BSI|Scion. He was honoured with the 2024 Minister’s Biosecurity Award, recognising more than 40 years on the biosecurity front line.
🧐 Day 9 of ̲𝗕̲𝗶̲𝗼̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗰̲𝘂̲𝗿̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗔̲𝘄̲𝗮̲𝗿̲𝗲̲𝗻̲𝗲̲𝘀̲𝘀̲ ̲𝗠̲𝗼̲𝗻̲𝘁̲𝗵̲ 🛃
There are now >15,000 known pests and diseases on MPI's official watchlist, each with unique risks to New Zealand.
A reminder of what we’re up against, but also of the dedication protecting Aotearoa.
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
There are now >15,000 known pests and diseases on MPI's official watchlist, each with unique risks to New Zealand.
A reminder of what we’re up against, but also of the dedication protecting Aotearoa.
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
August 8, 2025 at 8:53 PM
🧐 Day 9 of ̲𝗕̲𝗶̲𝗼̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗰̲𝘂̲𝗿̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗔̲𝘄̲𝗮̲𝗿̲𝗲̲𝗻̲𝗲̲𝘀̲𝘀̲ ̲𝗠̲𝗼̲𝗻̲𝘁̲𝗵̲ 🛃
There are now >15,000 known pests and diseases on MPI's official watchlist, each with unique risks to New Zealand.
A reminder of what we’re up against, but also of the dedication protecting Aotearoa.
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
There are now >15,000 known pests and diseases on MPI's official watchlist, each with unique risks to New Zealand.
A reminder of what we’re up against, but also of the dedication protecting Aotearoa.
@bioeconomyscience.bsky.social
#ProtectNZ
🌱 Day 8 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month
BSI is fast-tracking sustainable biopesticides, like beneficial bacteria & fungi, to tackle pests (porina, black beetle, clover root weevil) threatening our farms. Tools like AgPest forecast outbreaks for smarter decisions.#ProtectNZ
BSI is fast-tracking sustainable biopesticides, like beneficial bacteria & fungi, to tackle pests (porina, black beetle, clover root weevil) threatening our farms. Tools like AgPest forecast outbreaks for smarter decisions.#ProtectNZ
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August 7, 2025 at 9:09 PM
🌱 Day 8 of #BiosecurityAwareness Month
BSI is fast-tracking sustainable biopesticides, like beneficial bacteria & fungi, to tackle pests (porina, black beetle, clover root weevil) threatening our farms. Tools like AgPest forecast outbreaks for smarter decisions.#ProtectNZ
BSI is fast-tracking sustainable biopesticides, like beneficial bacteria & fungi, to tackle pests (porina, black beetle, clover root weevil) threatening our farms. Tools like AgPest forecast outbreaks for smarter decisions.#ProtectNZ
🛃 Day 7 of ̲𝗕̲𝗶̲𝗼̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗰̲𝘂̲𝗿̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗔̲𝘄̲𝗮̲𝗿̲𝗲̲𝗻̲𝗲̲𝘀̲𝘀̲ ̲𝗠̲𝗼̲𝗻̲𝘁̲𝗵̲ 😏Think biosecurity is just MPI’s job? Think again. Check your boots, declare what you bring, chat biosecurity at work, on farm, or in your community. Pests and diseases only need one weak link, so let’s stay alert. #ProtectNZ
August 6, 2025 at 9:37 PM
🛃 Day 7 of ̲𝗕̲𝗶̲𝗼̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗰̲𝘂̲𝗿̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗔̲𝘄̲𝗮̲𝗿̲𝗲̲𝗻̲𝗲̲𝘀̲𝘀̲ ̲𝗠̲𝗼̲𝗻̲𝘁̲𝗵̲ 😏Think biosecurity is just MPI’s job? Think again. Check your boots, declare what you bring, chat biosecurity at work, on farm, or in your community. Pests and diseases only need one weak link, so let’s stay alert. #ProtectNZ