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Five-Year Pilot
A five-year commitment to food-bank supply, responsible deer management and better environmental understanding.
A five-year commitment
The Fair Feast pilot is designed to improve venison supply, support Scottish communities and protect ecosystems through sustainable deer management.
Consistent supply
Building dependable donation rounds for food-bank partners.
Sustainable management
Creating a useful local market for venison from necessary deer management.
Environmental evidence
Following changes in habitats and biodiversity so the programme can learn and improve.
Understanding biodiversity
Botanist Ben Averis is leading a five-year study of indicator species and land affected by deer population pressure. The findings will help show how balanced deer management can support healthier Scottish habitats.
