Using goats to clear brush is a time-proven idea whose time has come again. We're happy to serve Municipalities, HOA, commercial projects, and private parties.Do you clear firebreaks as well as large yards?
Yes! Other possible areas for the use of goats is farm pond enhancement and flyways for ducks and geese, stream bank stabilization, cleaning along the local irrigation ditches, opening up and rejuvenating abandoned orchards, cleaning old fence lines, landscaping and firebreaking/fuels reduction around homes.Is there an optimal time of year for grazing?
For mitigation of a specific plant they may want the goats to graze prior to seed set of that particular plant. For fuel mitigation, timing may be based upon historical fire records for that area.What will the goats eat?
The goats will eat most vegetation that is available, including plants such as poison oak that are difficult to clear by hand. They will readily consume otherwise undesirable species such as pampas grass, any kind of thistle, and blackberry. By generally eating the top of the plant instead removing it by the roots, goats may be less damaging to native plants when compared to traditional grazers. If, however, the land manager is trying to protect specific species other steps may need to be taken such as fencing off sensitive areas. See, also, our table at the bottom of the page.Can grazing cause erosion problems?
If the animals remain for too long in one area, yes, this can be a problem. Our goal is to work with land managers to achieve an appropriate level of vegetation removal that will reduce fire danger or an exotic species without causing unnecessary erosion.What is the "goats for rent" process entail?
1. Set up day · Survey area for Noxious or harmful vegetation · Tag trees or plants that you want to keep · Fence first stage area · Arrange other pertinent logistics · Recheck location for safety.How much does it cost to have a site grazed?
2. Delivery Day · Deliver goats in the AM · Set up water buckets
3. During Project · Daily visits to check on Goats · Move grazing area as needed
4. Dismantle day · When you're satisfied, we'll remove the goats and the temporary fencing, leaving you to continue with whatever plans you have for your freshly goat-grazed landscape.
Our fee depends on the size of the site and the density of vegetation. The average is about $700 per acre, which includes administration, insurance, transportation, the goatherd's wages and the goats shelter, fencing, supplemental nutrition and vet care. Healthy, happy goats have the best appetites!
Please send digital photos of the site if possible to GOATSforRENT EMAIL. You're more than welcome to call, but please follow up with an email and include the pertinent information. We will respond to your e-mail within 24 hours.
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