Biosecurity

Biosecurity is the protection of an environment from biological threats. In New Zealand action is taken to

prevent unwanted organisms from damaging the economy, natural biodiversity, or the health of the New

Zealand public.

The Department of Conservation states "Biosecurity is about keeping New Zealand free of unwanted

organisms and for controlling, managing or eradicating them should they arrive in the country, to prevent or

reduce any damage these may cause should they occur, and to protect and preserve the land, water,

industry and people of New Zealand".