Feral swine have become increasingly detrimental in Georgia, causing significant damage to agricultural crops and natural resources throughout the state. The economic impact of feral swine damage in Georgia is estimated at $150 million. The Middle South Georgia Soil and Water Conservation District is offering a Feral Hog Trap Rental Program for landowners located in Ben Hill, Brooks, Colquitt, Crisp, Irwin, Thomas, Tift, Turner, and Worth Counties. Individuals interested in renting a feral hog trap must complete an online or in-person training before receiving a Pig Brig XT Trapping System. The rental fee is $80/month, with a $200 deposit. 3 months maximum rental.
Topics covered in the training include wild hog biology, regulations & laws, personal protective equipment & carcass disposal, along with a detailed demonstration on setup and use of the Pig Brig trapping system. The online training is available at www.georgiaferalswine.com.
Partnering agencies for this effort include the Georgia Association of Conservation Districts, Middle South Georgia Soil and Water Conservation District, U.S. Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services, U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service, Georgia Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Resources Division, Georgia Department of Agriculture, University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources, and Pig Trap Systems.
The Middle South Georgia Soil and Water Conservation District is a unit of state government that directs natural resource management programs in Ben Hill, Brooks, Colquitt, Crisp, Irwin, Thomas, Tift, Turner, and Worth counties. The Conservation District works with farmers, landowners, and other units of government to educate and actively promote programs and practices that support the conservation, use, and development of soil, water, and related resources.
Contact: Marc Land: 229-343-5039 or gdl2025@gmail.com
Additional information can be found at www.gacd.us/middlesouthgeorgia.