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What animal eats weeds?
Goats are known to be effective in eating weeds. They have a wide-ranging diet and can consume many types of plants, including weeds. Grazing goats can help control weed growth in certain areas.
What is a nontoxic way to control broadleaf weeds in a lawn?
A non-toxic way to control broad leaf weeds is to manually remove them and seed with grass. This will crowd out the weeds and prevent their re-growth.
What is the goats job on the farm?
A goat's main job on the farm is to eat weeds, keeping them in control. Several of these weeds are noxious or toxic to other animals. Also on some farms goats pull small carts and haul things. The other job a goat has depending on its breed is to produce kids, produce milk, fibre and/or meat.
What animals do goats eat?
Goats are herbivores and browsers so they can eat grass, leaves on trees, hay, silage and grain.
How can hot water be effectively used to kill weeds?
Hot water can effectively kill weeds by pouring it directly onto the weeds, which causes the plant cells to burst and die. This method is a non-toxic and environmentally friendly way to control weeds without using chemicals.
How effective is hot water in killing weeds?
Hot water can be effective in killing weeds by damaging their cell structure, but it may not completely eradicate them. It is a non-toxic and environmentally friendly method of weed control.
Is it safe for goats to eat mouldy hay?
No as some moulds can be toxic to goats.
Will goats eat toxic plants?
Yes they can but plants that are toxic to goats will make them very sick - scours, liver problems even death.
How do goats help pollution?
Goats affect the environment in several good ways. One way they affect the environment is by eating all the weeds, undergrowth, etc. If the goats didn't eat the excess weeds, then machines would be used and emit harmful pollution.
How do goats help your environment?
By eating unwanted weeds and fertilising with their manure.
Are hydrangea poisonous to goats?
Yes, hydrangeas are considered toxic to goats and other livestock. The plant contains compounds called cyanogenic glycosides, which can cause gastrointestinal upset, lethargy, and potentially more severe symptoms if ingested in significant quantities. It's best to keep goats away from hydrangeas and ensure they have access to safe, non-toxic plants for grazing.
Are privet hedges toxic to goats if eaten?
Some people claim that it is toxic to goats but my goats eat it regularly and I have never had a problem. The reports on the Internet are very conflicting so make your own decision on it.
