CWD Zones Update for 2026-27 Hunting | Hattiesburg News

Mississippi’s wildlife agency just unveiled new Chronic Wasting Disease hunting zones for 2026-2027, targeting specific areas in North Mississippi including Issaquena and Harrison counties. Hunters must know the exact boundaries — detailed maps are online — and follow strict rules: no whole deer carcasses or supplemental feeding allowed in these zones. Exceptions include deboned meat, antlers on skull plates, cleaned teeth, and taxidermy/hide products — but only if headed to a permitted testing taxidermist. With over 580 confirmed CWD-positive deer since 2018, officials urge hunters to get their deer tested this season via drop-off sites or participating pros — all part of a critical effort to stop the disease’s spread and protect the herd. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d8000821dc5500c0