- Initial Site Review
Every project begins with a site review to determine whether livestock-based management is the right tool for the job.
This review may include:
Photos and video of the property
A brief call to understand goals and constraints
An on-site visit when needed
We evaluate:
Vegetation type and density (thicker vegetation means longer time needed)
Slope, soil conditions, and drainage
Access, fencing, and water availability (we bring our own supplies if needed)
Proximity to sensitive areas (streams, homes, public spaces)
If a site is not a good fit for livestock-based management, we will say so and recommend alternative approaches when appropriate.
Based on the site review, we develop a project-specific recommendation outlining how livestock can be used effectively and responsibly.
This includes:
Recommended animals (goats, pigs, and/or bees)
Scope and duration of each phase
Expected outcomes and limitations
A realistic timeline based on vegetation and season
Our recommendations are designed to balance ecological benefit, animal welfare, and client expectations.
Once a project is approved, we provide a written contract and preparation checklist to ensure a smooth deployment.
This phase includes:
Scope of work and pricing
Insurance and liability documentation
Site preparation requirements (access, fencing, water)
Scheduling and communication plan
Clear preparation helps protect the land, the animals, and everyone involved.
Animals are deployed in short, managed rotations based on site conditions and project goals. Sometimes we bring them back before dark. Sometimes they can stay several nights until the job is complete.
During this phase:
Animals are monitored regularly
Fencing, water, and shelter are maintained
Adjustments are made as conditions change
Animal welfare and site safety are prioritized and overseen by an RVT.
Our team manages daily care and monitoring so clients can focus on outcomes rather than logistics.
When vegetation or soil goals are met, animals are removed and the site enters a recovery phase.
This phase may include:
Rest periods for regrowth
Recommendations for reseeding or natural regeneration
Optional pollinator support through apiary placement
Guidance for long-term maintenance
Our goal is not just to clear vegetation, but to set the site up for healthier, more manageable conditions over time.
At Cardona Land & Livestock Services, animals are not used everywhere — and they are not used by default.
They are deployed only when their natural behaviors improve the land more effectively than mechanical or chemical alternatives.
This principle guides every project we accept.
Each species we use has a specific ecological function:
Goats add value where vegetation control is needed without soil disturbance
Pigs add value where controlled soil disturbance improves recovery
Bees add value where pollination supports regrowth and biodiversity
If an animal’s presence would:
Increase erosion
Damage sensitive soils
Create safety or welfare risks
Or provide no meaningful benefit
We do not use animals on that site.