Department of Natural Resources: Hunters reminded of the advisory to test deer for CWD before consuming venison

MADISON, Wis. - With deer hunting season upon us, state officials are encouraging hunters who harvest deer in counties affected by chronic wasting disease to have the animal tested for CWD, and only consume venison from deer in which CWD is not detected. Testing options are also available in other areas of the state [PDF].
"Although this venison consumption advisory has been in place for years, we...

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