LANDHOLDERS across NSW are being encouraged to take advantage of $850,000 worth of free grain and bait on offer as part of a statewide crackdown on feral pigs.
The funding is part of the Government’s Feral Pig and Pest Program with funding from the State’s more than $1 billion biosecurity budget.
It is the third year the Government has provided free grain and bait to landholders as part of the program.
The cost to farmers of grain for feral pig trapping and baiting can be significant, but landholders in NSW can now receive these supplies for free while supplies last.
Local Land Services Feral Pig Coordinator Bec Gray said, “When it comes to feral pigs and pest animal control, unfortunately there’s no silver bullet, which is why we need to support the use of multiple control methods, such as baiting, trapping and shooting.
“Feral pigs don’t respect fences or boundaries.
“They move across landscapes and cause widespread damage.
“That’s why we’re encouraging landholders to team up, plan strategically and use the free bait and grain available across all 11 Local Land Services regions.
“This isn’t just about individual properties, it’s about community-wide action.
“The more unified the response, the greater the success.”
Landholders interested in accessing free grain and bait and seeking tailored advice on pest control options can contact their closest Local Land Services office on 1300 795 299.
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