Deer Expert Challenges Texas Parks and Wildlife's Plan to Combat Chronic Wasting Disease

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is facing criticism from deer breeders over their plan to control Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) by ordering the depopulation of deer breeding facilities. Breeders argue that they are being unfairly targeted and that selective breeding could be a more effective solution. Renowned deer expert Dr. James Kroll questions the necessity of depopulation, stating that CWD does not devastate deer herds nor pose a risk to humans. A temporary restraining order has been granted to two deer breeders who are suing TPWD to prevent the killing of their deer stock.