#deer population
Private landowners in Maui Nui sought to assist in axis deer control
Axis deer continue to negatively impact Maui Nui forested watersheds, agricultural land and population centers. To combat these problems, the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife is inviting eligible private landowners and lessees to apply to the Landowner Incentive Program to achieve appropriate, sustainable population levels.
Governor Ige extends emergency relief period for Maui’s axis deer problem
Weather conditions and unexpected delays in shipments of critical mitigation materials continue to delay the state’s effort to manage the axis deer population on Maui, according to the governor.
Informational Meeting on Upcountry Maui Axis Deer
Councilmember Yuki Lei Sugimura hosts a virtual informational meeting via Zoom on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 5:30 p.m. to further address the struggle to control axis deer challenging our farmers, ranchers, hunters and residents with loss of crops or property damage in the Upcountry area.
