Wine grape production in Harford County: the use of canines as a deterrent to deer damage.

2000 Annual Report for FNE00-305

Project Type: Farmer
Funds awarded in 2000: $822.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/2002
Matching Non-Federal Funds: $3,400.00
Region: Northeast
State: Maryland
Project Leader:
Robert Halman
Ole 9 Vineyard

Wine grape production in Harford County: the use of canines as a deterrent to deer damage.

Summary

Increasing deer populations can threaten both traditional and alternative crops. This project will explore the effectiveness of roving dogs as a deterrent to deer predation in a vineyard, and will integrate the effort into a larger integrated pest management program for both animals and insects.