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Natural materials for mussel spat lines

Harakeke, tī kōuka and kiekie leaves.

Harakeke, tī kōuka and kiekie leaves have strong, durable fibres. The fibres are woven to create lines for mussel spat to grow on, eliminating the need for plastic ropes.

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