Axis Deer

Gov. David Ige issued a fourth emergency proclamation for the axis deer crisis in Maui County. The invasive species has grown to approximately 60,000 or more deers despite efforts to control its population. The axis deers are moving into agricultural and residential areas in search of food and water.

Maui County farmers and ranchers can receive up to $30,000 to help pay for damages caused by axis deer and other feral animals.

A UH researcher reviews Japan's planned release of radiated water 11 years after the massive earthquake in Fukushima; Maui Nui Venison's owner discusses its plan for growth that could contribute to reducing axis deer populations; State Farm shares data on catalytic converter thefts in the islands; and HPR Arts and Culture reporter Noe Tanigawa bids farewell

Hawai?i drivers continue to be the least likely in the country to hit a deer with their vehicle. But in the last three years, the likelihood of hitting a…