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09 Sep 2025
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Research at the interface between Indigenous knowledge and soil science; weaving knowledges to understand horticultural land use in Aotearoa / New Zealand
Julie Gillespie
CORRESPONDING AUTHOR
Department of Soil and Physical Sciences, Lincoln University, Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki / Lincoln, Aotearoa / New Zealand
Matiu Payne
Kāi Tahu, Kāti Mamoe, Waitaha, Aotearoa / New Zealand
Dione Payne
Māori Crown Relations, Toitū Te Whenua Land Information New Zealand, Ōtautahi / Christchurch, Aotearoa / New Zealand
Vice Chancellor's Office, Lincoln University, Lincoln, Aotearoa / New Zealand
Sarah Edwards
Landscape Policy and Governance, Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research, Lincoln, Aotearoa / New Zealand
Department of Environmental Management, Lincoln University, Lincoln, Aotearoa / New Zealand
Dyanna Jolly
Department of Environmental Management, Lincoln University, Lincoln, Aotearoa / New Zealand
Carol Smith
Department of Soil and Physical Sciences, Lincoln University, Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki / Lincoln, Aotearoa / New Zealand
Jo-Anne Cavanagh
Land Use and Ecosystems, Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research, Lincoln, Aotearoa / New Zealand
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Short summary
Addressing soil health and food security challenges requires weaving different ways of knowing. This paper presents a case study from Aotearoa/New Zealand, showing how combining soil science with mātauraka Māori (Māori knowledge) helps reveal past food growing practices, guiding efforts to restore traditional horticulture and enhance Māori soil health. This study also offers a practical example of integrating knowledge systems to tackle complex environmental issues in real-world contexts.
Addressing soil health and food security challenges requires weaving different ways of knowing....
