Land Requirements

How Many Acres Do I Need?

The rule of thumb is 6 fallow or sika deer and 3 red deer on the same acreage you would need for one cow. During the fall and winter, round hay bales and a supplement of shell corn and mineral. Deer drink a quart of water a day – even in winter.

Minimum farm requirements:

20-60 acres of privately owned land capable of producing good pasture
a suitable 8 foot high fence
handling area and squeeze
herd of breeding stock
basic knowledge and experience of handling livestock license in most states

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