South Maui to receive $3.2 million to help control deer

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Gov. Josh Green released $3.2 million to build more fencing in South Maui to control the overpopulation of axis deer

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State Sen. Angus McKelvey emphasized the funding’s role in preventing flooding and protecting agricultural land

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The overgrazing by deer has led to soil instability, increasing flood risks and causing millions in crop losses.

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Legislators, including Terez Amato, Kyle Yamashita, Lynn DeCoite, and Donovan Dela Cruz, helped secure the funding

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Previous fencing projects have limited deer migration and made population control efforts more effective

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Farmers and ranchers report that deer remain a major issue, despite culling efforts and a state compensation program

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Maui’s deer population is now estimated at 34,000, significantly reduced from past numbers but still problematic

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