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Drone Control of Wilding Pines in New Zealand’s North & South Islands

New Zealand’s battle against wilding pines is one of the most pressing conservation challenges of our time. These invasive conifers - introduced for forestry and shelterbelts - have spread far beyond their intended boundaries, threatening native ecosystems across both the North and South Islands. While the species themselves are hardy and resilient, their unchecked growth is devastating: altering soil chemistry, shading out native plants, and transforming open landscapes into dense monoculture...

Drone Weed Control for Wetlands: Protecting NZ’s Fragile Aquatic Ecosystems

New Zealand’s wetlands are ecological treasures. They filter water, store carbon, and provide habitat for countless native species - from rare birds like the bittern to delicate aquatic plants. Yet these fragile ecosystems are under siege from invasive weeds such as alligator weed, hornwort, and willow. Controlling them is notoriously difficult: wetlands are often inaccessible to heavy machinery, and blanket spraying risks harming native species. This is where drone technology can step in as a...

Drone Spraying for Gorse and Broom Control in New Zealand

Few plants have left as lasting a mark on New Zealand’s landscapes as gorse and broom. Originally introduced for hedging and erosion control, these hardy shrubs quickly became invasive, spreading across farmland, riverbanks, and conservation areas. Their dense thickets crowd out native plants, fuel wildfires, and create costly challenges for landowners and conservationists alike.North Island ChallengesIn the North Island, gorse and broom thrive in warmer climates and fertile soils.Farmland imp...

Inspire 2 Aerial Cinematography

At TAG Droneworks, we don’t just fly drones - we craft cinematic experiences from the sky. Our DJI Inspire 2 platform, operated by a dedicated pilot and an experienced and qualified camera operator, delivers stunning aerial footage with the control, clarity, and creative freedom demanded by high-end productions....

Sustainable Land Management in New Zealand

Drones are becoming a powerful ally in sustainable land management across New Zealand -  offering smarter, safer, and more targeted ways to care for the whenua. As environmental pressures grow and landowners seek more efficient, low-impact solutions, drone technology is stepping up to meet the challenge.These airborne tools reduce the need for heavy machinery, lower fuel use, and minimise soil compaction - especially important in erosion-prone hill country and sensitive ecological zones. By...

Meet the XAG P150 Agricultural Drone

TAG Droneworks Limited operates the XAG P150 agricultural drone to deliver high-precision aerial services tailored to New Zealand’s unique landscapes. From steep hill country to sensitive riparian zones, this platform enables efficient, targeted application of liquid and granular products - ideal for pasture management, crop protection, re-seeding, and gorse control....

Farming & Forestry Drone use in New Zealand

Drones are rapidly changing how land is managed across New Zealand, offering smarter, safer, and more efficient ways to tackle everyday challenges in farming and forestry....