Tag: white-tailed deer
Tips for handling venison safely during harvesting and preparation
It’s important that any venison derived from hunting be handled safely to avoid the spread of foodborne pathogens, which could cause foodborne illnesses.
Deer hunts planned at Ohio nature preserves
In a continuing effort to control deer populations, the ODNR will coordinate special deer hunts at eight state nature preserves.
How to take precautions against chronic wasting disease this deer season
Those hunting in or near areas where chronic wasting disease has been confirmed should take precautions this deer season.
Deer were rare in Ohio not so long ago
The first year to see an Ohio deer harvest total over 10,000 was 1974 when 10,747 were tagged. Hunting in all 88 counties was not permitted until 1979.
It’s deer shed hunting season
Most whitetail bucks will have dropped last year's antlers by the end of January and once it is a shed, it represents a coveted prize to the first person to find it.
Deer management is a balancing act
Ohio's deer management strategy is a difficult balancing act subject to pressure from various stakeholders as well as from the political side.
How to avoid ‘gamey’ venison in the kitchen
Learn more about processing and preparing venison to maximize its quality, get rid of undesirable flavors, reduce gamey taste and ensure it is safe to eat.
How to avoid ‘gamey’ venison in the field
Understand all of the factors that can affect the taste of deer meat in the field. Learn to manage and preserve venison to get rid of undesirable gamey flavors.
Animal Health Alert: Bovine Tuberculosis detected in SE Indiana
Cattle owners in southwest Ohio should monitor herds closely for bovine tuberculosis; prevent contact with wild animals
