Deer and deer farming
Introduced for sport in the 19th century, deer became a pest in New Zealand’s forests.
Part of story: Deer and deer farming
Deer management
Deer are often run as a secondary enterprise alongside other livestock, but there are 2,300 farms where they provide over 50% of revenue. These specialist farms carry 63% of all
Part of story: Deer and deer farming
Deer stalking and culling
British settlers in New Zealand formed acclimatisation societies to import and release deer. Later they issued hunting licences, and organised hunts.
Part of story: Hunting
Deer health and illness
Early wild deer in New Zealand were generally healthy, as they were well fed and had plenty of space. However, as their numbers increased they began to get diseases associated with