Helping our customers so they can pay it forward in their businesses is a privilege for us at PrimeHort. Our recent collaboration with Mitre 10 MEGA New Plymouth is a fine example.
Mitre 10 are locally owned and very much part of the fabric in their communities. They like to lend a helping hand to those in need – building decks, making over gardens, painting walls, voluntary planting projects and more.
Recently, we supplied 2,000 fertiliser tablets for Mitre 10 so they could support the work of 800 Trust.
Who is 800 Trust?
800 Trust is the brainchild of a small family group who purchased a steep 888-acre bush block on a remote Taranaki property. Originally bought for weekend hunting, this visionary family soon became caretakers of a kiwi colony.
At the discovery of wild kiwi, they turned their hobby into a full-time conservation effort, with predators being targeted via AI tech which they have developed themselves. Taranaki Kiwi Trust helped them set up their first trap line, and have been a wonderful support ever since.
Neighbouring farmland and former forestry land has since been purchased and the 800 Charitable Trust was formed, which now spans 3700 acres.
A significant part of their mission for protecting kiwi and other bird life is to plant more native trees. However, funding this conservation work is an ongoing challenge, which is why partnering with groups like Mitre 10 is so important.
Planting events in September by Mitre 10 and the general public have enabled the planting of 1,000 natives which will help transform the property into a native bird sanctuary. This is stage one of an ambitious effort to get 7000 trees into the ground to provide a reliable food source for the birds.
“A big thank you for your mahi and sponsorship with help planting the trees for Taranaki. Thank you to PrimeHort for the sponsorship of the Smartgro Fertiliser Tablets. It was a massive help. We were able to put two tablets under native trees that really need excellent fertilised soil.”
– Miranda Wells, 800 Trust.
Listening surveys now estimate there are 25 pairs living in the project area. In May, 11 kiwi were released into the land to build on the existing population and enable a larger gene pool, with the longer term vision of kiwi being able to leave this area and build populations in surrounding areas.
800 Trust Win an Environmental Award.
In November, 800 Trust won the Taranaki Regional Council Environmental Action in Biodiversity Award. A well-deserved recognition for a team who throw absolutely everything into this project. What they are achieving for the Taranaki region is outstanding.
Well done Mitre 10 MEGA New Plymouth for supporting this project – we look forward to helping again in the near future.
Fertiliser plays a key role in the survival and success of plants, along with many supporting products, as outlined below.
Our best-selling products for planting projects:
| Product | Benefits |
| Smartgro Fertiliser | Complete plant food supply. Slow release – effective for up to 2 years, simple and easy to use. Reduced labour cost as only one application required. Nutrients reach root zone. |
| Wool Matting | Biodegradable, environmentally-friendly 100% NZ wool. Smart moisture control, easy to use. |
| Tree Guards | Boost plant survival rates by at least 34% Tree Guards provide an ideal microclimate and protect plants from sprays, pests & wind. Biodegradable. |
| Bamboo Stakes | Protect young plants from wind. Provides a secure environment for plants to nurture roots and encourage growth. |
| The Gardener Contractor Gloves | Breathable, robust, comfortable and able to be washed and reused time and time again. |
| The Contractor Spade | Very comfortable to use with an ergonomic handle. Solid steel shaft with curved blade & reinforced boot lip to make digging easier. |
| Protective Clothing | Protection from the elements. High visibility for safety, and 100% waterproof to stay dry and comfortable. |
If you would like advice on any of our quality products, please get in touch – we would be delighted to assist.
