Controlling Deer Damage in Georgia

A great paper written by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources on controlling deer damage, this is what ADC works to assist with in areas like Roswell, Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Sugar Hill, Suwanee etc.

“White-tailed deer were once nearly eliminated in the state of Georgia, but through diligent wildlife management efforts deer were successfully restored throughout the state. In fact, current deer densities in some localized areas may inflict significant damage to forestry, agricultural or horticultural crops, home gardens, and shrubbery. However, deer are a valuable natural, recreational, and economic resource and because of their substantial value, control of deer damage needs careful consideration. Economic value derived from license fees, sporting equipment sales, food and land leases totaled more than $656 million per year (2006 USFWS National Survey) in Georgia alone. Although minor on a statewide basis, deer damage may be severe on a local level and very important to an affected individual farmer or homeowner. This brochure is intended to assist landowners experiencing deer damage problems.”