Hesse in the fight against wild boars: new restricted zones and high premiums!

Hesse in the fight against wild boars: new restricted zones and high premiums!

In Hesse, the hunt for wild boars is intensified due to the continuing threat by the African swine plague (ASP). The district of Darmstadt-Dieburg recently doubled the launch premium for hunters to 200 euros per wild boar shot. In the Rheingau-Taunus district, the premium is 120 euros. The state of Hesse contributes to the financing of these premiums with half of the costs. These measures are part of a comprehensive plan to reduce wild boar stock, which is also intended to reduce agricultural damage, especially in corn fields, such as Prociplanta reported.

Since the first confirmed case of African swine plague in Hesse On June 15, 2024, there have already been over 4,500 wild boars, of which around 1,600 have been tested positively. In North Hesse, the region has so far remained free of animal disease. The carcass attempts includes a frightening area of ​​around 346,000 hectares, which was examined in 180,000 hectares using drones. The progress in building protection fences is also remarkable: around 300 kilometers of electric fence and approximately 170 kilometers of fence are already installed, with another 40 kilometers in planning. In addition, around 190 kilometers of new fence are to be built in order to create so -called white zones in which wild boars are to be kept away.

new restricted zones to combat the ASP

The state government has restructured the areas affected by the ASP in Hessen. A previous restriction zone of around 100,000 hectares is now being converted into a "restricted zone II". In addition, a new buffer zone, which is known as the "restricted zone I", is introduced. This includes a ten -kilometer -wide strip and extends over almost 150,000 hectares. In this zone, the hunt for wild boars is actively promoted, while strict regulations such as a ban on hunting and leash are required for dogs in the restricted zone II. The Groß-Gerau district is fully integrated into this protective measure, as is parts of other circles and cities such as Offenbach, Darmstadt and Wiesbaden, such as Hessenchau reported.

The Ministry of Agriculture has made these restructuring based on the requirements of the EU Commission. The aim of these measures is to reduce the risk of infection and reduce wild boar population. There are specific restrictions for pig farmers in the restricted zone I, including the obligation to report feverish or dead pigs. As a result of the ASP, some companies have already forced to kill their animals.

long-term challenge of ASP control

The fight against African swine fever is described by State Minister Ingmar Jung (CDU) as a long -term challenge. While the disease is harmless to humans, it is a fatal threat to wild and domestic pigs. It is therefore of crucial importance to minimize the threats through these animal disease through effective measures. The planned measures in Hesse are a significant step in this direction. The focus on reinforced wild boar shot and the establishment of new protective and restricted zones illustrate the commitment of the authorities in the fight against the African swine fever.