Feral Hogs and Disease Concerns
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- December 7, 2021
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Diseases carried by feral hogs can pose problems to humans and livestock. This publication covers several common diseases associated with feral hogs and outlines prevention measures. Diseases carried by feral hogs can pose problems to humans and livestock. This publication covers several common diseases associated with feral hogs and outlines prevention measures. (2 pages)
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