Aerial spraying

Aerial spraying is a way to tackle invasive weeds when it’s not possible to control them from the ground with people, tractors or machinery.

Sometimes spraying is the most effective and efficient way to control invasive weeds like gorse, lupin, thistles and blackberry.

Safe spraying

We have invested a lot of time into refining our protocols and procedures to make sure spraying is done safely and carried out in the best interest of the community and the environment. When deciding on a ground or aerial spraying programme we carefully consider:

• What invasive weeds we are wanting to control
• Where they are
• What is the cost of control
• How close the weeds are to water, native plants or forest, agricultural land and houses.

Watch our video series below which explains all you need to know about aerial spraying, including how and why we do it.

Why we use aerial spraying?

Learn why Aerial spraying is an important tool in protecting our native plants and animals from invasive weeds.

How does aerial spraying work?

Learn how helicopters use GPS and special lights to guide and ensure they are spraying inside a specific operational area.  

How do we prepare for an aerial spraying event?

Find out what factors we consider when deciding whether or not to spray an area and what steps we take if we do decide to spray.  

Is aerial spraying safe for the environment?

This video also outlines the collection of laws and rules we adhere to when spraying (including our own!).