Mulching Tasmania
Forestry Mulching
Slashing
Land clearing
Fire hazard reduction
Management of invasive species
Excavation
We’re a local southern Tasmanian company, specialising in low impact mulching, excavation works and slashing. Mulching rejuvenates the soil, putting the nutrients back into the ground. Our primary machine is the ASVrt135, the largest and most efficient skid steer on the market, with both a Mulching head and 4 in 1 bucket. This machine is perfect for selectively reducing vegetation and can mulch trees up to 30cm in diameter.
Complementing the ASV is our compact hillside tractor, perfect for those Tassie sloped blocks as well as an excavator, with a thumb grab, useful for focused clearing and firewood salvage etc.
Check out some of our work below.
Gorse Removal
Broom and blackberry
Pre sale property clean up.
Fire hazard Reduction
Wattle removal
Fire Hazard Reduction
What is Forestry Mulching?
Forestry mulching is a land management technique that involves using a single machine to clear unwanted vegetation and woody debris from an area. It is commonly utilised by expert forestry and tree services to replace traditional cleaning methods. Instead of cutting, burning, or hauling away vegetation, forestry mulching grinds trees, shrubs, and other vegetation into nutritious mulch, promoting healthy trees and native vegetation.
How does forestry mulching affect soil health?
Forestry mulching positively impacts soil health by incorporating organic matter directly into the soil surface, initiating a cascade of ecological benefits. This process involves the grinding of vegetation into fine particles that cover the soil, mimicking the natural cycle of leaf litter and debris accumulation in a forest.
The mulch layer conserves moisture by reducing evaporation, moderating soil temperature fluctuations, and protecting against erosion caused by wind and water. As the mulched material decomposes, it enriches the soil with essential nutrients, fostering increased microbial activity and promoting the development of a healthy, fertile soil structure.
How can mulching help in pest and weed control?
The mulching process leaves stems battered, not cleanly cut which discourages regrowth. Mulch acts as a physical barrier, inhibiting weed germination and limiting their access to resources. Some organic mulches release compounds that have allelopathic effects on weeds, reducing their presence.
This process reduces competition for nutrients and water, minimising the need for herbicides. Mulch also conserves soil moisture and regulates temperature, creating an unfavourable environment for pests.
What are the benefits of mulching for soil management?
Mulching conserves soil moisture by reducing evaporation, suppresses weed growth, enriches the soil with nutrients as organic mulches decompose, regulates soil temperature, and prevents erosion. These actions collectively improve soil health and fertility.
