Brush hogging is the process of mowing down thick grass, tall weeds, light brush, and overgrown vegetation using a heavy-duty rotary mower, typically attached to a tractor or skid steer. For us at Midwest Clearcut Land Services, brush hogging is an essential service for maintaining large properties, improving visibility, and keeping land usable and safe. It’s commonly used on fields, trails, ditches, fence lines, hunting land, and vacant lots that have become overgrown.
Unlike standard lawn mowing, brush hogging is designed to handle rough, uneven terrain and cut through thicker material without damaging the land. It’s a great solution for property owners who need routine maintenance or want to reclaim areas that have been taken over by dense weeds or brush.
Brush hogging is a heavy-duty mowing process that uses specialized equipment to cut down tall grass, thick weeds, light brush, and overgrown vegetation. Unlike standard lawn mowing, which is designed for manicured lawns, brush hogging is built for large, uneven, and rough terrain. It’s ideal for maintaining trails, fields, and hunting land where regular mowers simply aren’t effective.
Brush hogging prevents overgrowth from taking over your land and makes it safer and more usable. Overgrown areas can harbor pests, reduce visibility, and even create fire hazards. By keeping fields, ditches, and trails clear, brush hogging improves accessibility, enhances appearance, and maintains long-term property value.
Brush hogging is commonly used for farms, hunting properties, vacant lots, pastures, trails, and utility right-of-ways. It’s especially beneficial for larger properties where weeds and brush grow quickly during the warmer months. Regular brush hogging keeps these areas manageable, safe, and ready for use.