White-Tailed Deer
Markets
Farm Set-Up Requirements
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Trophy Market
White-Tailed are the most sought after hunting trophy in North
America. Hunting reserves pay a premium for Canadian White-Tailed
Deer.
Urine Market
Collected White-tailed urine is a highly sought after product
for the hunting market.
 Breeding Market
As the Canadian White-Tailed deer is the largest for antler
and body size, it is the most sought after deer for the North
American market. White-Tailed deer have evolved over hundreds
of years to our climate and environment making the species very
hardy and disease resistant.
Photography Market
The White-Tail is a frequent subject for wildlife or taxidermy
reference photos.
Other Markets
A number of other products that can be marketed include the
antler, hide and velvet to mention a few.
Vension Market
The White-Tailed doe is known for its
multiple births and as such, weans in excess of her own weight
annually making it a very competitive deer for the venison
market.
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Feed/Nutrition
- Self-feeders are the preferred method.
- Pastures consist of a variety of legumes and grasses.
- Commercially prepared rations are available or grain/hay ratios work
equally well.
- Clean water should be made available through water troughs or bowls.
Handling
Facilities
Handling facilities vary depending on the farm's layout.
Exposure to facilities that complement your specific farm layout is advised.
 Parasite
Control
Parasite control can easily be accomplished by use of
oral applications in the feed or by injections.
Fencing
Fencing should consist of 8' high fences. Paddocks of
4-5 acres will accommodate one (1) buck and fifteen to twenty (15-20)
does
On behalf of the White-Tailed deer producers in Ontario,
we would like to thank you for taking the time to read this information.
Should you require further information please feel free to contact us.
We all work togerther to make deer farming in Ontario a successful endevour.
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