Weed and Seed Training

Economic impact of not conducting weed and seed inspections

• Weeds cost Queensland an estimated $600 million every year.
• Consequently parthenium infestation covers over 8 million hectares in Central Queensland.
• In particular, meat from livestock that eat the weed are badly tainted and unfit for consumption. These weeds can be toxic to cattle which can cause death within 30 days if significant amounts are consumed.
• As a result, this can cause increased costs in cropping and the potential to cause property devaluation.

What you will gain out of Ag Training’s weed and seed training?

If you are a supply company, mining company or a gas company, you will reduce your daily cleaning costs by having the ability and expertise to undertake your own cleaning and weed and seed inspections. Upon the completion of the training in Weed & Seed you will receive Ag Training’s Statement of Attainment.  You will be able to go to Santos, QGC, Arrow and Origin offices and obtain their vehicle/equipment inspection report book.

Weed and seed training covers the following:

• Company specific weed hygiene procedures
• State government legislation
• Introduction to potential soil borne weeds
• Weed recognition skills, covering declared pest plants and common weeds
• Potential poisoning points on vehicles, machinery and equipment
• Inspection and clean down procedures
• Safety procedures
• Equipment to assist in cleaning machinery
• Practical clean down and inspection exercise conducted