2019 is 20th Anniversary of Deer Donation Program in Wisconsin
Saturday, October 12th, 2019 -- 6:18 AM
(Wisconsin Ag Connection) -Each year, hunters, meat processors and food pantries help families in need by working closely with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and its partners to donate thousands of pounds of venison to food pantries.This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Deer Donation Program. In celebration of the milestone, hunters who donate a deer this year will receive a commemorative ballcap while supplies last. Wisconsin's Deer Donation Program began in 2000. Since that time, more than 92,000 deer have been donated, translating to more than 3.7 million pounds of venison distributed to food pantries across the state.
Hunters are advised to plan by knowing where participating processors are located and whether the deer needs to be tested for CWD before donation. They should also call the participating processor before dropping off a deer to make sure the processor is prepared to accept the deer.
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