A resource developed to educate farmers, landowners, hunters, and citizens on the biology of feral swine, concerns feral swine cause across the state, and the most effective management techniques to control feral swine populations. While complete eradication of feral swine in Georgia is improbable, proper control techniques are essential to protect crops and preserve Georgia’s natural landscape.
Feral swine are domestic pigs that have reverted to a wild state, causing millions in damage across Georgia, posing disease risk, and threatening our natural resources.
Successful feral swine management is vital for agriculturalists and many others in Georgia, becoming familiar with the rules and regulations related to feral swine is essential.
Not only do feral swine threaten cropland, timber, and ecosystems but they pose a disease risk for livestock, wildlife, and humans. The wild animals can spread various diseases and parasites that can potentially be harmful.
Effective feral swine control techniques require an integrated and collaborative approach for success to contain damage caused by the pests.
We’ve worked to develop a comprehensive tool for farmers, citizens, hunters, and landowners to learn about feral swine, effective control, and important rules and regulations around feral swine in Georgia.
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