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The Guardian // Science

When it comes to fire hazard reduction, could this method actually be the GOAT?

Friday 24th October 2025, 11:00PM

Goats are low-maintenance weed clearers, meadow mowers and bush bashers – and they might just be the secret weapon to future bushfire season preparednessGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastCraig Homan’s herd of hungry goats has a busy schedule.A wet winter and an early spell of warmth have turbocharged vegetation growth in Sydney, creating a pipeline of work for the creatures whose skills as unstoppable eating machines make them consummate low-maintenance weed clearers, meadow mowers and bush bashers. Continue reading...

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