But why would you want to scare away geese? In short: because they destroy a lot. In large groups and at a rapid pace, they devour protein-rich grassland that was intended for cows. Geese – mainly greylag – caused 23 million euros in agricultural damage last year. A serious problem, especially in our region. Various measures, such as shooting, appear to be insufficiently effective. That is why the province of Utrecht last year commissioned a study into a non-lethal method to get rid of the damage item.
Driving away geese with drones the new standard? A trial in Utrecht proves to be successful
