New mowing rules in Brabantse Delta raise concerns about feasibility |
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'The balance between nature-friendliness and workability is lost'
Brabantse Delta Water Authority is concerned about the consequences of the mowing rules for ditches, streams, and rivers that have been in effect since this spring. According to the new code of conduct of the Dutch Water Authorities, mulching is no longer allowed, leaving the cuttings coarser and accumulating in larger piles on the banks.
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The changes were introduced to better protect plants, animals, and the water system. Mowing is now done with machines that chop grass and plants less finely, and no longer in one go along entire banks. In some places, flowers and plants are left standing.
But in practice, problems are arising. Rian Govers, acting dike warden, notes that the piles of cuttings not only hinder farmers but also the water authority and its contractors. After a few days, the cuttings slide back into the water, leading to blockages and equipment malfunctions. 'That balance is now lost.'
evaluation at the end of the year
The code of conduct is valid for five years, but a follow-up will already take place this year. Brabantse Delta mainly wants to know how the rules work out in practice. Discussions will be held within the Dutch Water Authorities, and experiences of residents and users will be collected.
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According to the new code of conduct of the Dutch Water Authorities, mulching is no longer allowed, leaving the cuttings coarser and accumulating in larger piles on the banks.
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This article was first published on September 12, 2025 on the website
of Stad + Groen.
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