Molesworth Station is New Zealand's largest farm. Photo: NZ HeraldOfficials have confirmed that about 90 percent of deer on a block on New Zealand's largest farm were killed during a 1080 poison drop targeting possums. "Recognising that there can sometimes be a significant deer by-kill from pest control operations, Ospri is working with industry partners to develop improved deer repellent baits." Monitoring data by the Department of Conservation has shown that aerial 1080 operations were effective at protecting under-threat native species and restoring forests. However, DoC acknowledged 1080 posed risks to dogs, livestock, deer and pigs if they were in poisoned areas.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 27, 2019 05:15 UTC