Farm animals cause $100,000 in damage to Iowa crops

The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship released a report stating that farm animals caused $100,000 in damage to Iowa crops in 2016. The department urges livestock owners to be mindful of their animals' movements, especially during planting and harvesting seasons.

"There is potential for significant damage any time livestock are allowed into or near a field of crops," said Mike Lungstrom, program manager for the IDALS Agricultural Protection Bureau.

In addition to the monetary damage, livestock can also cause soil erosion and nutrient runoff, which can impact water quality. Farmers whose crops are damaged by livestock are encouraged to report the incident to their local ISU Extension Service office.

Wild boars becoming a nuisance in Florida

Brought over by Spanish explorers in the 1500s, wild boars have been spreading throughout Florida in recent years. The population of these animals has exploded and they are now considered a nuisance by many residents.

The destructive nature of these animals is causing problems for farmers and homeowners alike. They root up yards and fields, destroy fences and kill livestock. In addition to the property damage, they can also be dangerous to people.

There have been several reports of attacks on humans, especially children. Some officials are calling for the hunting of these animals to control their population, but others worry that this could lead to even more problems.

Wild boars are an invasive species and they are difficult to eradicate. They breed quickly and have no natural predators in the state. There is no easy solution to this problem, but it is sure to cause some headaches for Floridians in the years to come.

Boars running loose on Peninsula sideshow

Crazy boars are on the loose on the Peninsula and have been running wild in recent weeks, disrupting traffic, frightening residents and causing property damage.

Reports of boars sightings began coming in around early January, with the animals being seen mostly in rural areas but also occasionally venturing into populated neighborhoods.

At least one case of a boar attacking a person has been reported, and there are concerns that the animals could be running amok during mating season, when they can become even more aggressive.

"They're very disruptive," said Doug Leidy, an animal control officer with the Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter. "They'll knock down fences, tear up gardens, get into garbage cans. They're just not afraid of anything."

Leidy said the shelter has been receiving multiple calls a day about boar sightings and requests to capture or kill them. But because of their elusive nature and lack of fear of humans, he said it's been difficult to track them down.

Wild boars are not native to this area but have been gradually making their way north from Maryland and Delaware in recent years. They can weigh up to 600 pounds and have sharp tusks that can cause serious injuries.

10-foot boar shot in Natchez

A big boar has been shot just outside Natchez.

The 10-foot-long hog was spotted by a farmer as he was driving his tractor in a field near the river. He then called a friend who is an avid hunter to come and take care of the animal.

Word has it that the meat from the hog will be shared with everyone in the small town.

Wild boars threaten endangered species

The population of wild boars in southern Spain is growing at an alarming rate, and experts fear that the animals could start to prey on endangered species.

Wild boars are omnivorous and can consume a large variety of food items, including fruits, vegetables, roots, grasses, and insects. In Spain, they have been known to kill and eat young deer, as well as other small animals.

The rapid growth of the wild boar population is putting pressure on the ecosystem, and could lead to the extinction of certain endangered species. In addition to preying on other animals, the boars also compete for food with them.

Several measures have been proposed to manage the wild boar population, including hunting quotas and fertility control programmes. However, these measures are likely to be only partially effective, as boars are very prolific breeders.

In the long term, it may be necessary to cull the entire population of wild boars in order to prevent them from posing a threat to other species.