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Development of Deer Farming in New Caledonia

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  • Desvals, M.
  • Devinck, F.

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Rusa deer (Cervus timorensis rusa) were introduced into New Caledonia in 1870 where they have thrived because there were no predators. They have traditionally been hunted in the bush (30,000 animals killed annually from the total wild deer population estimated at 150,000). Venison has been considered as the main source of protein for the local inhabitants, tribes and farmers. For farmers, deer is a noxious animal because of its action on improved pastures. The sale of feral meat on the local market is prohibited. In 1987 the local government set up deer farming pilot schemes to introduce a new economic rural activity. The meat from these farms was first prepared for the export. It is considered now that a part of this controlled production can be sold on the local market.

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  • Desvals, M. & Devinck, F., 1991. "Development of Deer Farming in New Caledonia," 8th Congress, New Zealand, 4-9 February 1991 346160, International Farm Management Association.
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:ifma91:346160
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.346160
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