Banking of different kind
Acaena microphylla var. pauciglochidiata (At Risk - Naturally Uncommon). Photo: Jesse Bythell
A second opportunity for seed collector training for the New Zealand Indigenous Flora Seed Bank (NZIFSB) is coming up at the Massey University in Palmerston North. In order to collect seeds for the New Zealand Indigenous Flora Seed Bank it is important that you follow the appropriate methods and protocols for collecting seed. Training is open to anyone who wishes to be involved in this project but will be capped at 25 people. The first day of training will be led by Mr. Michael Way, Head of Collecting & Network Support from the Millennium Seed Bank, Kew Gardens, UK. The second day of training involves an expedition into the Manawatu Gorge Scenic Reserve to collect seeds and herbarium specimens for the seed bank. Full details are below:
- Monday 17th March (9.00am – 4.00pm) – Tuesday 18th March 2014 (9.00am – 4.00pm)
- AgHort Building, Riddet Road, Massey University, Palmerston North.
- Please bring your lunch, or food can be purchased on Campus at Massey (on the Monday).
- No charge but a koha or donation towards costs welcome.
Please register your interest early to avoid disappointment! To register or for further information, please contact the Seed Bank Coordinator, Mrs Jessica Schnell at (06)356 9099 ext 83236 or email [email protected] by Friday 14th March 2014.