Study reveals cost of wild deer damage
A new study of wild deer populations in Hawke's Bay has found the problem is costing farmers tens of thousands of dollars. The research, by primary sector economist Peter MacIntyre, reveals extensive pasture and crop losses from deer, as well as damage to native plantings and bush. Hawke's Bay Tairawhiti reporter Alexa Cook has the story.
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