(Geordin Zee/CBC)The goats are part of a three-week pilot project that allows the city to tackle unwanted plants in difficult to reach areas, while also reducing pesticide use. Part of the herd that was in Calgary to tackle weeds in Confluence Park. "The goats have done a phenomenal job, we've done everything from Canadian thistle to goat's beard and tumbleweed mustard. Calgarians got the chance to feed the goats more weeds from the park on Saturday. Calgarians got the chance to get up close and personal on Saturday with the city's latest weed-killing technology: goats.

Source: CBC News July 09, 2016 21:45 UTC