Mowing

In Tytsjerksteradiel, we engage in ecological green management at locations suitable for this purpose. Ecological green management aims to preserve and develop ecological values. This is done by, among other things:

Adapted mowing management
Grazing by sheep
Applying variation in vegetation.
Creating branch rills in forest plantings where appropriate

For more information on green management adjustments, visit our website.

When will the green spaces be mowed?

The municipality has different management methods as far as mowing is concerned:

Extensive management (mowing and removing debris a few times a year).
Roadside mowing takes place from mid-May through October 1.
Starting in 2026, there will be no sheep grazing.

Why isn't mowing around the trees?

This is, among other things, an austerity goal
In addition, the municipality wants to prevent the brush cutter from damaging the trunk base of the tree
It contributes to biodiversity:
- By leaving the grass around the trees, we get less evaporation of water that the tree needs.
- Longer grass provides more water storage for the soil.
- It is also more resistant to heat and drought, crucial in times of climate change.
- And then there is the ecological aspect: Not mowing consumes less fuel and provides more opportunities for small insects that are essential to our habitat.

There is sloppy mowing. A lot of grass is left on yard, sidewalk or the road

You can report this through Fixi. Your report is then forwarded to the executing company. This company will then pick up your report.

Through Fixi, you can report this!

Do you have a question or want to report on mowing?

Through Fixi, you can ask a question or file a report!