Matakana Possum Co
Premium Pet Food with a Purpose – Protecting Nature, One Bowl at a Time
About Us
Matakana Possum Co was born out of a simple yet powerful idea: to turn an environmental challenge into a sustainable solution. What started during the first lockdown as a father and daughter bonding over pest control in the Rodney region has grown into a fully-fledged operation committed to both conservation and quality pet nutrition.
With deep roots in the Matakana area, our team is dedicated to ethically sourcing and processing high-quality wild game meats, providing premium, natural pet food while also offering professional pest control solutions. We take pride in harvesting, inspecting, and processing our product in-house at our purpose-built, MPI-audited facility, ensuring the highest standards from start to finish.
Our Philosophy: Ethical, Sustainable, Humane
At Matakana Possum Co, we believe in doing things the right way. That means using humane and sustainable pest control methods that minimize stress on animals, preserving the integrity and quality of the meat we produce. We are committed to making the most of every resource, ensuring that nothing goes to waste. From nutritious pet food to bespoke cushions and throws crafted from responsibly sourced materials, we embrace a philosophy of sustainability in every aspect of our work.
Premium Ingredients, Exceptional Quality
We specialize in processing a range of premium wild proteins, including venison, goat, possum, rabbit, and hare. Our products contain no additives or fillers—just pure, raw nutrition straight from the bush to your pet’s bowl. We are also qualified ante-mortem and post-mortem meat inspectors, ensuring that every product meets the highest standards of quality and safety.
More Than Just Pet Food
While Matakana Possum Co is the foundation of our work, we are also the proud founders of Bush to Bowl, a pet food brand dedicated to delivering raw, natural nutrition to pets across New Zealand. Our processing expertise allows us to create superior products that reflect our commitment to quality, sustainability, and ethical sourcing.
Our Mission
Our mission is twofold: to provide premium, ethically sourced pet food and to contribute to the responsible management of New Zealand’s natural environment. We work closely with landowners and communities to help control invasive species while ensuring that their by-products serve a greater purpose.
By choosing Matakana Possum Co, you’re supporting a business that values sustainability, ethical practices, and top-tier nutrition for pets. Join us in making a difference – one bowl at a time.
