Wilding conifers are invasive weeds that threaten to permanently alter the unique landscapes that are only found in New Zealand.
Conifers were introduced to New Zealand in the 1880s. Since then they have spread from forests, shelterbelts and erosion plantings.
Without any control they will form dense forests that have environmental consequences on our native ecosystems, use up scarce water, and alter iconic landscapes.
Since August 2016 Mainland Vector Contracting Ltd have been controlling wilding pines in North Otago, Canterbury and Southland. Currently employing all methods of control from hand tools to aerial boom spraying.
This technique is a useful way of covering large areas with scattered trees quickly.
Design and implementation of control/eradication operations
Removal using chainsaws and other equipment into areas with small clusters or individual trees
Ground ops using hand tools
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