Using Goats To Prevent Wildfires

In the Bay Area, over 500 African Boer goats are used as an effective tool to prevent wildfires by clearing brush that could serve as fuel. These goats can consume significant amounts of vegetation, creating firebreaks that are more effective than mowing or using herbicides. The demand for goat herds has increased due to intensifying wildfires, leading to business growth for goat herders. Goats offer advantages over controlled burns, as they can reach areas other livestock cannot. With the ongoing drought in California, the risk of wildfires remains high, making goats a crucial part of fire prevention strategies.

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