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Weedy views chart

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Why weeds are a problem in NZ?

 

 


Weedy views chart

Each group on the chart has a different view about each plant. Choose one or two groups from each column and investigate their views. The following questions may help to guide your research.

  1. What kind of plant is the weed?
  2. Why was the plant grown?
  3. How is this plant being spread?
  4. What impact does this plant have on the environment?
  5. What control methods are used?
  6. Would control affect the positive uses of the plant?
Pine trees in the McKenzie Basin
Kiwifruit in the Bay of Plenty
Privet
Nodding Thistle

Forestry company

Tree pruners

Wood mill

Sheep farmers

DoC

Tourists

District Council

Otago Regional Council

Kiwifruit growers

Kiwifruit packhouse

Lifestylers

Environment Bay of Plenty

Local bush walkers

DoC

Forest and Bird

Gardener

Garden shop

Neighbour

Regional Council

DoC

Local old peoples home

Forest and Bird

Health authority

Local school

Local kindy

Gardener/landowner

Herbalist/naturopath

Sick person

Regional Council

District Council

Health authority

Food lover

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