New video series shows the impact of feral swine on American agriculture

USDA has released a series of videos highlighting the impact of feral swine on the American agricultural industry. The videos feature farmers, ranchers, land managers, conservationists and others describing their experiences dealing with feral swine damage.

“We wanted to highlight how diverse and widespread feral swine damage can be. So we reached out to ordinary people in Mississippi, Oklahoma and Texas to share their personal stories,” said Dr. Dale Nolte, national manager of the APHIS National Feral Swine Damage Management Program.

The three videos that have already been released focus on feral swine damage to farms and other areas. Future episodes are planned to highlight management and removal efforts.

The APHIS National Feral Swine Damage Management Program was established in 2014 with the goal of protecting agriculture and natural resources, property, animal health, and human health and safety by managing damage caused by feral swine in the United States and its territories. The agency estimates that feral swine cause more than $1.5 billion annually in damage and management costs nationwide.