I want to strongly disagree with the statement that the south will soon be catching the north on big rack production. Deer have been treated like an agricultural "product" in the south for a long time. As that trend (food plots, QDM) becomes more prevalant in the north the record books are going to be flooded. Most 3 yr old deer in the north score 130 or better and most 4 yr olds score around 150. That is about "average" here in WI. If more herd management is done the north will only extend the lead. Look at Buffalo Co. Wisconsin. QDM is very strong over there and is spreading quickly. I lease 160 acres in the center of the state that is part of a 1600 acre block with a 120" minimum and only one buck can be taken per 80 acres per year. Food plots are being planted and does are being harvested. All I can say is, "Look Out". A 168" buck was taken last year and that was only the second year of management. Good genes, good soil, good food, and now good management, that is why the midwest produces the big racks.