LRIS Portal

The LRIS Portal serves as the primary online gateway to the Land Resource Information System, managed by Manaaki Whenua – Landcare Research. This platform offers extensive access to national and regional geospatial data pertaining to New Zealand's land and environmental resources. Users can explore, visualize, and download a diverse array of datasets crucial for research, planning, and environmental management.

Key data categories available through the portal include detailed soil information (such as S-map and NZ Soil Classification), land cover and land use data (like the Land Cover Database - LCDB), hydrological features, and climate-related datasets. The portal also provides access to information on geomorphology, erosion, landslides, and biodiversity, supporting a wide range of environmental studies and applications.

Designed for accessibility, the LRIS Portal emphasizes the provision of open data, enabling various stakeholders to leverage these resources for sustainable land management, agricultural planning, conservation efforts, and scientific inquiry within New Zealand. It acts as a vital data hub for understanding the country's unique natural environment.