Goats Tackle Invasive Plants in Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh News

Pittsburgh’s parks are getting a wild new makeover—thanks to a herd of goats. City crews teamed up with Allegheny GoatScape to deploy three herds of these four-legged landscapers, who’re tackling invasive plants like Japanese Knotweed in hard-to-reach spots. Not only is it cost-effective and efficient, but the goats are also helping prevent erosion and tree falls. One goat, Jelly, has even become a local celebrity. Protected by donkeys and monitored by rangers, the goats stay safe—and visitors are reminded not to feed or touch them. With electric fences and occasional wanderers needing a nudge back home, this eco-friendly solution blends urban renewal with animal-powered landscaping. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4d095581736cce47