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At last cold weather but it won’t kill off Deer Ticks

Posted on 19/01/2016 by Admin

The weather has been mild for so long and then the rain made it very difficult for deer management. Now a cold spell, for as long as it lasts, and we do need the cold or at least frost to keep mosquito numbers down etc. However, we cannot say the same for the ticks that host on deer. The cold will not kill them. Instead, the autumn and winter tree shedding provides the perfect place for them retreat to. Then, when it warms up even slightly, they will reappear, climb onto some vegetation and wait for the deer to come to them.  Or, your dog, or cat or even you!  They are waiting at about the height of your knee, so be aware. Deer ticks will cause Lyme Disease and if you are bitten this can be very serious and a further reason … Continue reading →

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Major Investment Plans

Posted on 16/12/2015 by Admin

December 2015 –  Wessex Deer Management Make Plans for Major Investment.  The success of Wessex Deer Management during 2015 will see the company put money back into the business with considerable investment decisions this year, for the benefit of the company and its future. This investment forms part of the company’s continuous improvement strategy and will see them look to update the current vehicles, with an emphasis on space, an ability to handle the varied terrain and fuel efficiency. It is also considered that more modern vehicles will decrease the organisations carbon impact. The Wessex Deer Management team is the companies most important asset, and the last quarter of 2015 saw the company add a new deer and game management recruit. This move will enable the company to look at taking on new management sites in the first quarter of 2016.  Team training is also … Continue reading →

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