Our environments are constantly challenged by the threat of invasive species. On a national scale, we are facing substantial issues and situations where pest animals and plants have not been effectively managed. Kūmānu is committed to making a difference by offering pest animal and plant management solutions that address the size and scope of the problem.
Our team has extensive experience developing pest control and monitoring programmes. We have a detailed understanding of the appropriate and safe use of management tools and effective strategies for managing your pest animals and plants at every scale.
How we can help
We offer expert pest animal and plant management solutions through control and monitoring programmes, safely addressing the size and scope of invasive species issues at every scale.
Introduced predators such as possums, rats, stoats, and ferrets pose a major threat to Aotearoa’s native wildlife and ecosystems. Effective control requires a strategic, science-based approach that targets key species while protecting biodiversity and primary production.
Our pest animal management programmes reduce populations of priority predators using modern tools, best-practice methods, and regional biosecurity standards. We incorporate monitoring and data analysis to track pest activity, measure results, and adapt management strategies for long-term success.
Across farmland, reserves, and restoration sites, our experienced team delivers humane, targeted, and environmentally responsible control to protect native species and restore resilient landscapes.
Get in touch
Jared Waters +64 27 235 9133 jwaters@www.kumanu.co.nz
Invasive plant species threaten native biodiversity, water quality, and productive land across Aotearoa. Left unmanaged, pest plants can dominate ecosystems, displace native vegetation, and alter habitat structure and amenity.
Our pest plant management services focus on early detection, control, and long-term suppression of invasive weeds to restore ecological integrity and functionality. We use field surveys, targeted control methods, and ongoing monitoring to manage infestations effectively and safely.
Applying best-practice techniques from manual removal and herbicide application to restoration planting, our experienced team ensures minimal environmental impact. We combine local knowledge with regional biosecurity plans to deliver practical, science-based solutions that protect and enhance landscapes.
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Jared Waters +64 27 235 9133 jwaters@www.kumanu.co.nz
Restoring native forests is vital for improving biodiversity, stabilising soils, and enhancing the health of Aotearoa’s landscapes. Our native reforestation services provide end-to-end delivery, from site assessment and planning to planting and long-term maintenance. We specialise in creating resilient, self-sustaining ecosystems that reflect local conditions and regional biodiversity goals.
At Kūmānu, our projects are supported by our in-house native plant nursery, where we grow species from eco-sourced seed collected within local ecological districts. This ensures strong genetic integrity, better plant survival, and authentic ecosystem restoration outcomes.
By combining our landscape architecture, ecological expertise, sustainable nursery practices, and practical on-the-ground experience, we deliver reforestation solutions that restore natural habitats and sequester carbon while connecting communities with the land. Whether it’s a small restoration site or a large-scale catchment project, we help regenerate Aotearoa’s native forests, naturally.
Get in touch
Jared Waters +64 27 235 9133 jwaters@www.kumanu.co.nz
