Drone seed pods
growing Native forests
A new tool for restoring native forests
100ha per day, per drone
3,000 stems per ha
Zero ground disturbance
Envico is developing a seed pod formulation and drone delivery system for cost efficient and fast native reforestation. The seed pods are being specially designed for a variety of New Zealand environments and to maximize seed germination and seedling survival in these specific environments. Envico are working with current project partners; Ahika Consulting, University of Otago, Department of Conservation, Te Uru Rākau and Watercare.
How does it work?
1
Project area review
Site is reviewed for environment, soil type, tree species, predation and ground cover.
2
Seed Pod formulation
Formulation of the seed pod is bespoke per project site to maximise seed germination and seedling survival, based on the project area review data.
3
Seed Pod manufacturing
Seed Pods are manufactured in bulk according to the project site formulation.
4
Aerial application
Using pre-programmed heavy-lift drones, the seed pods are dispersed consistently across the project site at a rate of 1 per sqm.