African Feather Grass – Herbert Community Meeting
Thursday 23 April 2026
7.00pm - 9.00pm
Venue: Herbert Hall, 13 Tain Street, Herbert
Help stop the spread of African feather grass.
Thursday 23 April 2026
7.00pm - 9.00pm
Venue: Herbert Hall, 13 Tain Street, Herbert
Help stop the spread of African feather grass.
A serious pest plant, African feather grass, has recently been identified in coastal North Otago.
This invasive species produces large amounts of seed that are easily spread by wind and can also be carried on clothing, vehicles, and equipment. If left unchecked, it can spread rapidly and crowd out low-growing plant species, impacting both the environment and productive land.
Early awareness and action are key to preventing further spread.
Date: Thursday, 23 April
Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm
Venue: Herbert Hall, 13 Tain Street, Herbert
Otago Regional Council’s Biosecurity team is hosting an informative session that will provide guidance on identifying African feather grass, understanding how it spreads, and learning what is being done to manage it.
Date: Thursday, 23 April
Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm
Venue: Herbert Hall, 13 Tain Street, Herbert
Supper, tea and coffee will be provided.
This is a valuable opportunity to:
We encourage you to share this event with neighbours, friends, and others in the Herbert area.
If you think you have seen this pest, we need to know. Please report it.
| Common name: | African feather grass |
| Scientific name: | Cenchrus macrourus |
| Management programme: | Exclusion |
