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Goats Fight Fires, But Pay Is Sky-High | Chico News
In Paradise, California, goats are becoming wildfire heroes—munching brush and dry grass to reduce fire fuel, letting crews tackle flames safely even where machines can’t go. Funded by a Sierra Nevada Conservancy grant, the strategy cleared undergrowth, boosted soil health, and proved wildly effective. But now, a new California law mandates goatherders earn up to $20,000 a month, threatening the financial viability of these vital services. With lawmakers racing to fix the law before the session ends, the state faces a tough choice: protect communities or risk losing this innovative…
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