Baiting for Feral Animal Control

Broad-Scale Pest Control with Long-Lasting Impact

Baiting is one of the most effective tools available for large-scale feral animal control, especially when dealing with species such as wild dogs, foxes, rabbits, and feral pigs. At Hunter Feral Control, we provide professional support for baiting programs designed to reduce pest numbers quickly, safely, and with minimal impact to non-target species.

Whether used across broadacre farmland or in targeted problem areas, baiting remains a key part of any integrated pest management strategy.

Why Use Baiting?

Baiting is ideal when:

  • You need to control pest populations across large or inaccessible areas

  • Other methods (shooting or trapping) are labour-intensive or unsuitable

  • You’re managing widespread predation or environmental pressure

  • A consistent, passive control method is required over time

When implemented properly, baiting offers long-range control, reaching pests that may avoid human contact or are active only at night.

How We Operate

At Hunter Feral Control, we do not directly supply baits due to regulatory requirements, but we offer comprehensive support, advice, and coordination for landholders who are authorised to use them. Our services include:

  • Site assessment and planning – Identifying target species, safe zones, and optimal placement

  • Advice on bait types and delivery systems – Including 1080, PAPP, and alternative methods

  • Support with Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) – Targeted baiting for wild dogs and foxes

  • Mapping and compliance guidance – To ensure legal and safe use of restricted substances

  • Monitoring and follow-up – Assessing effectiveness and recommending secondary control

We work with individual landholders, pest management groups, and government agencies to coordinate safe, effective baiting campaigns.

What Species Can Be Controlled?

Baiting is particularly effective for:

  • Wild dogs – A primary tool in controlling predation on livestock

  • Foxes – Often in conjunction with rabbit or lambing protection efforts

  • Rabbits – Particularly in broadacre settings or where warrens are widespread

  • Feral pigs – In cropping zones or where ground access is limited

Our planning ensures that the right bait is used for the right species, with minimal risk to pets, native animals, and stock.

Responsible, Compliant, and Targeted

Baiting programs require strict compliance with local laws and environmental guidelines. At Hunter Feral Control, we:

  • Help landholders navigate licensing and permit requirements

  • Advise on correct signage, bait placement, and withholding periods

  • Support baiting alongside other methods such as shooting, trapping, and habitat modification

  • Offer training to eligible landholders wanting to self-manage baiting in future

We prioritise safety, legality, and the long-term health of your land and surrounding ecosystems.

When Baiting is the Right Approach

Baiting is particularly valuable when:

  • Dealing with pests across large or remote areas

  • Livestock losses are occurring overnight

  • Feral animals are avoiding traps or shooting

  • Long-term suppression is needed with minimal human effort

It is most effective when used in combination with other methods as part of an integrated feral animal management program.

Need Support with a Baiting Program?

If you’re considering baiting to manage feral pests on your property, Hunter Feral Control is here to help. From planning to execution support, we ensure you have the tools and information needed for effective, responsible control.

Get in touch with us today to discuss your needs and see how baiting can play a key role in protecting your property.