Recent rainfall could be giving the declared African Boxthorn weed the perfect opportunity to spread further in the Riverland.
The local landscape board are now further calling for local landholders to work together to control the declared weed.
Landscape board Riverland District Officer Sally Crafter said “The best time to control African boxthorn is when they’re showing signs of active growth. The record-breaking rainfall in May has caused this winter weed to thrive – so now is the time to act.”
The weed is often found among native trees and bushes, which can see it unseen until well established.
Landholders have a responsibility under the Landscape South Australia Act 2019 to control African boxthorn on their property.
Local landholders can access support via the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board on 8580 1800.
