This Case Study of Common Weed Control Practices demonstrates how the Swingwiper overcomes many of the problems of other forms of weed control (including other wipers) such as: • Spray drift • Chemical drip • Machine damage from rocks   A Serrated Tussock Field Day was organized by the DPI Goulburn NSW, at Berrima, NSW on the 7th of December 2005. During the Field Day, the author of this report was invited to demonstrate the Swingwiper and do Field Trials afterwards, targeting Serrated Tussocks using two different chemicals in a paddock with several grass species including Microlaena and clover.     The “Weather Vale” Pasture Program incorporates a system of managed grazing and invasive weed control, which leads to a sustainable, productive and diverse pasture of both native and introduced species. Reduced weed infestations, particularly Love Grass, results in a more diverse, healthier and stable plant population. Soil health is improved because of deeper-rooted plants and increased soil organic matter. The risk of soil erosion is minimal because no ploughing takes place and not less than 90% (usually 100%) of groundcover is maintained at all times. Rainfall use efficiency is enhanced and excessive run-off is reduced.

Swingwiper. With the Swingwiper, weeds are eliminated: 1 quicker, 2 more effectively, 3 with less chemicals, 4 more economically, 5 even in rough terrain, year after year after year...
The Swingwiper is a unique, rotary weed wiper towed by a 4 wheel bike/vehicle or tractor. It features a carpet-covered tube that swings away when obstacles are encountered, a nozzle system that ensures even application, and an easy-to-operate controller that eliminates guesswork.