Love the FR News idea! But, damn, do I hate to hear this news of CWD in GA. It is such a horrific disease - impossible to eradicate once present in a herd, animals do not develop resistance, 100% mortality rate, and such suffering. This year was the first year CPW implemented mandatory testing for all deer taken in certain GMUs (Game Management Units) during rifle season, but just because it is mandatory, doesn't mean 100% compliance. Over 50% of CO deer herds are infected, close to 40% of CO elk herds, with moose herds being impacted as well. I keep waiting to hear of some new discovery that will help stop the spread or a vaccine or even a treatment...
Love the FR News idea! But, damn, do I hate to hear this news of CWD in GA. It is such a horrific disease - impossible to eradicate once present in a herd, animals do not develop resistance, 100% mortality rate, and such suffering. This year was the first year CPW implemented mandatory testing for all deer taken in certain GMUs (Game Management Units) during rifle season, but just because it is mandatory, doesn't mean 100% compliance. Over 50% of CO deer herds are infected, close to 40% of CO elk herds, with moose herds being impacted as well. I keep waiting to hear of some new discovery that will help stop the spread or a vaccine or even a treatment...
Yeah hopefully we don’t wind up with the mess Wisconsin has but hunters are a funny bunch. Any sort of treatment would be welcome news.