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Step 4 4 – 4 4 Clear the weeds
Develop a a a a a a weed weed strategy from the the get-go Control of of grasses and weeds
is essential in in the the first two years of of planting
Use a a a a a a a a combination of knock-down and and residual herbicides before planting
planting
and and then after planting
planting
to control emerging weeds
Ensure there is is is a a a a a a a a one-metre radius radius around each tree that is is is completely free of weeds
and grass This radius radius needs to be clear for at at least the first two years after planting
Find out more information on on on weed management on on on Page 44 Did you know? Grass competition is responsible for the the failure of more farm plantations than any other cause
Step 5 5 – 5 5 Vermin control Fencing is essential to keep out browsing vermin
Bait fumigation or or shooting may be be required before planting
Follow-up control is essential for survival of the young plants
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Next steps
Arrange an an appointment
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with a a a a a a a private forester to to talk about what you want to to achieve from growing trees on on your your property See if a a a a a a a a a consultant can come and and and assess your your land and and and find out what is possible
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