Why is forestry mulching a better alternative to grading when clearing land?

Well, let’s be honest. Mulching is not always truly better. However, there are benefits to mulching, such as:

1- Less soil compaction. When working with stormwater ponds or virtually any green space, soil compaction diminishes absorption rate. 

2- Maintain fertile top soil. Grading will remove the healthiest layer off your property. Preserving your topsoil is essential to a healthy piece of land.  

3- Provide ground cover. Once grading is complete, seeding and straw matting is necessary for erosion protection. However, after mulching, the finished product stabilizes the soil, saving you money. 

4- No hauling. A significant cost factor is hauling off material in a land clearing project. When grading, the material that would have been mulched now needs to be hauled away, resulting in trucking fees and a cost for dumping.

Also, as you consider clearing land, make sure that the right sized equipment is used. The right tool for the job effects quality, safety, and time, all of which translates into money for the property owner.

Get a better idea of the right tools and the finished product in this video.