Originally Posted By: gallop
As part of the "Master Plan" I am considering using part of our property to raise livestock, specifically goats. Depending on what we have to do for Ag classification/ exemption they may have access to the pond (which is also still in planning phase)
I know that cattle can really mess up a pond, but not sure what goats are capable of. The pond will be lined, and then topped with a foot of dirt which should protect the liner. I will put a thicker layer of dirt over the areas that the goats may prefer.
Any experience or opinions?


Goats are the best pond maintenace tool ever invented!
No tractor mowing - no weed eaters - love water primrose!





N.E. Texas 2 acre and 1/4 acre ponds
Original george #173 (22 June 2002)