Tenn. MOU Signing Renews Deer Habitat Agreement

USDA Farm Service Agency State Executive Director for Tennessee Gene Davidson (right) and Brian Murphy, Chief Executive Officer for Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that renews the agreement concerning the conservation, habitat restoration, enhancement and management of the white-tailed deer. The agreement — signed during the QDMA’s 10th Annual National Convention in Nashville —  includes the delivery of information and educational materials, development of outreach and promotional items, collaboration on research, development of habitat restoration and management techniques and transfer and dissemination of technology. QDMA will offer technical assistance to farmers and ranchers participating in conservation programs as well as state foresters and state fish and wildlife agency personnel.