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Fayston reports progress on knotweed control; goat‑grazing story draws local attention
Summary
Commission members said community work days and outreach have increased participation in knotweed removal; a July 15 UVM story on goat grazing in the Mad River Valley has been widely republished. Remaining Fayston knotwork parties are scheduled for Aug. 6 and Aug. 13.
Fayston conservation volunteers reported steady progress on invasive knotweed control and stronger public outreach. The minutes cite a July 15, 2025 UVM Community News Service story, "To fight knotweed, Mad River Valley towns let goats pig out," that has been republished by several outlets and raised awareness of local control efforts.
The commission noted community work days have attracted new volunteers; two remaining Fayston Knot Work Parties are scheduled for Aug. 6 and Aug. 13 and will be posted on the BEE app. A conservation seed mix purchased from Kenyon’s has been sown where knotweed is being managed. George Schenk will host the annual dinner for UVM interns on July 31 at American Flatbread.
