Team of goats deployed by railroad to clear invasive kudzu at Inman Yard

The Brief

  • Twenty-four goats cleared four acres of kudzu in northwest Atlanta.
  • Norfolk Southern says the goats will be part of its environmental toolbox.
  • The railroad plans to expand the program to Austell and Doraville.

ATLANTA An Atlanta-based railroad giant has enlisted a herd of goats to help keep its railyards clear.

Norfolk Southern brought in 24 goats and one herding sheep to control kudzu spreading around its Inman Yard in northwest Atlanta.

Staff say the idea was such a success that they’re now planning to use them in other locations.

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