Goats return to clear Kingsport's Cement Hill

A herd of nearly 100 goats have returned to Cement Hill in Kingsport as part of efforts to clear the property for future development. Allowing the goats to clear the kudzu in the area is an environmentally friendly way of clearing Cement Hill without using chemicals or risking employee safety, as some parts of the hill can’t be cleared by mechanical means. The goats are contained inside an electric fence, and as they clear sections of the hillside, the fence will move. The city asks citizens to admire the goats from a distance, as they have a job to do. Our local goat provider, as well as city staff, will regularly check on the billies and nannies to ensure their safety. Cement Hill is slated to become a park with walking trails and overlook spots with work expected to begin later this year.