1. that would be considered "human conflict". Human conflict, rated by PGC was "LOW" for the wmu.
2. While Id call if "farm country" for a lack of better term, actually MOST of the land is small woodlots, and reverting farmland. A fairly small percentage is actually "farmed" these days. A few cattle or sheep here or there. A cornfield or two pretty few and far between... Good number of hay fields and other openings like grown up ex-pasture etc. Bout it.
3. Probably actually more "hunting" interest than farming. Lots of people buying property in the area solely for hunting. Also lots of leasing becoming common here. the increasing number of posters are the result.
4.Still says nothing about the fact pgcs goal is SUPPOSEDLY STABILIZATION for the wmu. Thats the goal, and I dont think it right to be told a "false" goal when its clear the tags will and have been reducing not stabilizing the last 4 years.
5.The farmers most certainly acheive MUCH relief anyways with so far over 50% ow herd reduction for the wmu.
6. For the very few that want more reduction, there are dmap, red tag, and legislation making it possible for them (or others they appoint)to shoot deer 24/7 to protect their crops.
7.Many in the ehd hit area that previously allowed hunting did not the past year and a half. Lost a few places due to it myself in fact. Guess not all farmers want to see all the deer dead, especially those that value hunting for more than just pest control.