New Plant Pass Partner: Manawatū District Council

With its strong understanding of local biosecurity challenges, new Plant Pass Partner Manawatū District Council (MDC) can play a key role in raising awareness, building biosecurity risk management capability and protecting the district from plant pest and disease threats.

One of the Council’s strategic priorities – "an environment to be proud of" (he kāinga ka rauhītia tōna taiao) – aligns closely with the goals of the Plant Pass Partner network.

MDC is well-positioned to champion the Plant Pass programme thanks to its own Kawakawa Nursery which specialises in riparian and wetland species. The nursery is working towards joining the Plant Pass scheme.

About Plant Pass Partners

Plant Pass Partners are plant buyers and purchase influencers who have committed to support producers registered and certified with Plant Pass.