Union County offering compensation for nonlethal wolf depredation techniques
By Garrett Christensen on Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 in More Top Stories Northeastern Oregon News
UNION COUNTY – (Release from Union County) Grant funding is currently available to Union County livestock producers for nonlethal wolf depredation prevention measures aimed at minimizing conflicts between wolves and livestock. To be considered for funding, applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 1, 2024.
The Union County Wolf Depredation Compensation Advisory Committee, established in 2012 under the direction of the Oregon Department of Agriculture, administers this program. Funding is provided through the Wolf Management Compensation and Proactive Trust Fund.
Over the past several years, the committee has successfully awarded over $155,000 in grant funds to local livestock producers. Past recipients have utilized the funding for a variety of prevention strategies, including fencing, range riders, herders, night pens, livestock guard dogs, and air patrols.
For additional information or to apply, please visit www.union-county.org or contact Annette Powers at (541) 963-1001.
