Hog Hunters Oppose Pesticide Use On Feral Hogs

Texas Hog Hunters Association starts petition against it

The Texas Hog Hunters Association opposes the introduction of a new Warfarin based pesticide to control the feral hog population. Outdoor product company Sellmark said in a press release it also opposes the pesticide’s use. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller recently approved the pesticide’s use. Both organizations believe hunting, trapping, and aerial management protect landowners from the millions of dollars of damage hogs cause each year.

They discourage the inhumane and unsafe use of poison because it may also put other wildlife, humans, and the entire ecosystem in harm’s way. “For Texas to introduce a poison into the equation is a bad decision and could likely contaminate humans who unknowingly process and eat feral hogs,” said Texas Hog Hunters Association founder Scott Dover.

Sellmark President James Sellers added, “We want to take a stand against using poisons to control wildlife populations. Any animal that accidentally ingests the poison or feeds on a hog carcass may be exposed to the harmful toxin. Humans relying on feral hogs for sustenance may also be at risk.” Visit www.texashha.com to read their petition to stop the pesticide’s use. Contact your state representative or the Texas Department of Agriculture to voice your concerns.