I emailed the DNR a while back with this question.

It is legal to hunt over a food plot as long as it is not manipulated (like mowing).

I email the DNR with qestions every now and then. This email addy goes to the law enforcement office. [email protected]


EDIT: Found the email.

Yes it is legal. A food plot that has not been manipulated (mowed,
etc.) is not considered to be bait.

Officer Jason Sherman

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Is it legal to hunt over a food plot planted to help wildlife?