In early August, the 2024 Legislative Council Study Committee on Sandhill Cranes, met for the first time. The committee is tasked with recommending legislation to manage the sandhill crane population. They have heard reports on the crane population, reviewed damage claims, and explored mitigation options.  The options include treating seeds to prevent cranes from eating them, paying farmers for lost crops, and allowing a crane hunt. The Cap Times reports that the yearly damage caused by sandhill cranes is estimated at $1.6 million.
On today’s show, host Douglas Haynes brings the conversation to the airways with guests David Drake and Rich Beilfuss. Drake is an UW-Extension Wildlife Specialist and Professor in the Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology at UW-Madison. Beilfuss is the president and CEO International Crane Foundation. They join us to discuss the sandhill crane population growth and their impact.
We hear from several listeners throughout the hour.
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