iii) Site preparation

If the site is grassy, graze or slash and then, before direct-seeding, spray long strips 1.2 metres wide and 4m apart with knockdown herbicides (such as Glyphosate) in autumn. The following spring, spray the grass again before seeding.
For tubestock preparation, once the grass has been grazed or slashed, deep-rip the soil in several rows along the contours during summer to improve water penetration. Several rows of plants will provide a more effective windbreak than a single rip-line.
Spot-spray the tree sites in autumn with a knockdown herbicide, spraying out a circle at least 1.2 m diameter and 3–5 m apart. Repeat this spraying in spring about two weeks before planting.
A tractor wheel driven over the rip-line will help it to collapse if it is still open when you are ready to plant.

Photo of site preparation for tree planting