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EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 29 MIN

Eat A Deer - Save A Tree

from The Venison Podcast

Deer populations are booming — but our landscapes are paying the price.In this episode, David Hooton from the Forestry Commission breaks down why managing deer isn’t just a conservation issue, it’s a food one. We explore the real impact of overpopulation on UK woodlands, and why eating venison is a practical, sustainable solution hiding in plain sight.If we want healthier ecosystems, it might start with what’s on our plate.

Deer populations are booming — but our landscapes are paying the price. In this episode, David Hooton from the Forestry Commission breaks down why managing deer isn’t just a conservation issue, it’s a food one. We explore the real impact of overpopulation on UK woodlands, and why eating venison is a practical, sustainable solution hiding in plain sight. If we want healthier ecosystems, it might start with what’s on our plate.

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