I say that food plots help,when most crops have been harvested a nice food Plot tucked away in an area that the Deer feel safe will draw them out for You to shoot...plus there great to have for a Young Youth Hunter to hunt over for them to get a shot as a nice Deer also!Even if the Deer use it occasionally it gives You an opportunity at getting a Deer and it is really helpful if You Bow Hunt.
We plant food plots to keep the Deer in or Area and it gives them food thru late Fall and into the Winter months and early Spring when food is scarce or depleted?We're not allowed to put out "Bait" during Deer Season but can use salt,minerals and many different types of food plots and it gives You a wonderful sense of accomplishment to see the Deer,Turkey and Quail all using the food plots!