If you see goats within an electric fence at Saluda’s wastewater treatment plant on Pearson Falls Road, know that the critters are simply doing the job for which they’ve been rented-eating kudzu.
The goats, rented from Wells Farm Weed Management of Horse Shoe, N.C., by Saluda Community Land Trust (SCLT) are enjoying their first of two visits this year to the facility.
The goats were at the facility once last year, before near-constant rains prevented a second visit. However, the15 goats will be back this fall to dine on more of the kudzu at the plant.
Reba, a large dog provided by Wells, helps protect the goats from any potential predators.
SCLT officials note that their efforts are funded by a generous grant from Polk County Community Foundation, in cooperation with the City of Saluda.
To learn more about renting the goats for weed control, visit wellsfarmgoats.com. Contact SCLT officials at 828-749-1560 or info@saludaclt.org.

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