On Monday 13th November news reports highlighted how Queensland Rail (QR) came up with a unique way of dealing with vegetation at an overgrown site alongside a Victorian railway line at Tully, Far North Queensland, Australia.
The vegetation posed a risk of bushfires so 15 goats were brought in 4 weeks previously to tackle the out-of-control vegetation growing in hard-to-reach areas. They were tasked with eating the vegetation over an eight to twelve week period.
The nimble footed goats grazed on the plants and seeds which removes the invasive weeds and prevents them from regrowing, allowing for new planting. They completed the task within 4 weeks.
The long-term use of the goats isn't straightforward due to the goats safety but for now they are providing an environmentally friendly solution.