6,9 Million Wild Turkeys Destroy Crops And How US Farmers Deal With Them

The burgeoning population of wild turkeys across American farmlands presents a multifaceted challenge to agricultural practices. These birds, once on the brink of extinction but now flourishing in millions, can cause significant damage to a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat, by foraging for food, leading to considerable economic losses for farmers. In response, farmers have adopted a range of strategies to mitigate these impacts.