Future Northland Pastures 4. Northland arthropod pests and ‘sleeper pests’ that will increase in response to climate change
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https://doi.org/10.33584/jnzg.2025.87.3728Abstract
The distribution and abundance of some of the exotic invertebrates established in New Zealand will be altered by direct and indirect effects of climate change. Some of the invertebrates will become more active and subsequently their impact on pastoral systems will increase. A literature review focused on arthropod ‘sleeper pests’ in pastures in New Zealand was conducted. The results show that there are currently 12 arthropod pests that are likely to increase in numbers and/or distribution in Northland, becoming more damaging under future climate and habitat composition. Little is known about the current occurrence and abundance of these arthropods and their associated natural enemies in Northland. A monitoring programme for both the arthropod pests and the abundance of natural enemies throughout the year is needed. There is a need to
develop a farmer-research partnership that allows for proactive creation of practical control solutions before serious outbreaks occur.
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