
Deer culling to be made easier to protect trees and crops
The government unveils a long awaited 10-year deer management plan that will identify priority culling areas.
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The government unveils a long awaited 10-year deer management plan that will identify priority culling areas.
The government unveils a comprehensive 10-year deer management strategy to address environmental challenges posed by expanding deer populations, establishing priority zones for efficient culling to protect forest ecosystems and agricultural areas.
The UK government plans to introduce legislation granting landowners and tenants the right to cull deer to protect crops and property, aiming to curb damage to woodlands caused by overpopulation.
The UK government announces a 10-year plan to reduce deer damage to woodlands, including legislation to grant landowners and tenants rights to cull deer to protect crops and property.
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