Understanding a weed problem early is one of the best things you can do to avoid a long process of elimination for years to come. Local landholders around Western Melbourne have come to realise this.
Declared noxious and environmental weeds will colonise both native and introduced pastures, and their spread is most rapid in degraded or disturbed land. In order to prevent widespread infestations occurring, action must be taken early.
Aus Eco Solutions have started a three year weed reduction process on a property in Diggers Rest. With a percentage cover of approximately 60% across the 60ha area. The most abundant weeds are Serrated Tussock (nassella trichotoma), and Artichoke Thistle (cynara cardunculus). The aim of this three year program is to progressively eradicate the weeds and drop the percentage from 60% to 20% by controlling the weeds using a boom spray unit as well as spot spraying.
By controlling weeds on your property early, you can prevent having to go through large and lengthy eradication programs. The overall outcome is to restore your property so it can be useful land to you once again.
