Environment in Manawatu-Wanganui Region
5 indicators covering environment for Manawatu-Wanganui Region.
| Indicator | Latest | Year | 10-yr change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exposure to drought — Cropland soil moisture anomaly | -4.24 Percentage change | 2024 | down 259.8% | 235th |
| Exposure to drought — Land soil moisture anomaly | -2.44 Percentage change | 2024 | down 48.4% | 350th |
| Land cover and land cover change — Grassland | 14,299 Square kilometres | 2022 | down 1.0% | 193rd |
| Land cover and land cover change — Loss of cropland | 231.31 Square kilometres | 2022 | up 32.0% | 509th |
| Land cover and land cover change — Gain of artificial surfaces | 5.64 Square kilometres | 2022 | up 77.3% | 727th |