Spring is the time to get ahead of weeds

Published on 15 September 2026

As temperatures rise and recent rainfall encourages new growth across parts of the Uralla Shire, spring is the perfect time for landholders to prepare for the upcoming weed season.

Taking action early can make a significant difference. Effective weed management starts with good biosecurity practices, regular property inspections and controlling weeds before they flower and set seed.

Landholders are encouraged to inspect paddocks, boundary fences, dams, creek lines and recently disturbed areas for emerging weeds. Particular attention should also be given to high-risk locations such as property entrances, main roads, stockyards, quarantine paddocks and livestock feeding areas.

Early detection remains one of the most effective and cost-efficient weed management tools available. Small infestations are generally much easier and less expensive to control than established weed populations that have had time to spread.

Spring is also an excellent opportunity to review your property's biosecurity plan and day-to-day practices. Simple measures can significantly reduce the risk of introducing or spreading weeds, including:

• Cleaning machinery in a designated wash-down area before entering or leaving a property.
• Monitoring livestock movements and quarantining newly purchased stock before introducing them to existing herds.
• Checking fodder sources and requesting a Commodity Vendor Declaration before purchasing feed.

By taking preventative action now, landholders can help protect their properties, agricultural productivity and the wider Uralla community from the impacts of invasive weeds.

If you need help identifying a weed or selecting appropriate control options, contact Council's Biosecurity Weed Officer. For additional identification resources and management advice, visit the NSW WeedWise website or download the WeedWise app.