There’s a new vocabulary in the media these
days. You’ve heard it: downsizing, cutting back, economizing, simplifying,
getting back to basics, etc. Like some of you out there I grew up with adults
greatly affected by tough economic times — the Great Depression.
As a matter of
fact I was born smack-dab in the middle of that era. As a family we kept our
sense of humor and appreciated what we had and used our resources wisely. And
that is what hunters and land managers must do — and are doing — today.
As
far as hunting and deer management is concerned, I believe getting back to
basics presents a unique challenge with great rewards. A challenge our Whitetail
Institute field testers can turn to their advantage this upcoming hunting season,
because there will be more of an incentive to do things right, which always
saves money, as well as time. Feedback from our field testers, tells us they
are taking the economy in stride as far as their hunting/management plans. They
know one thing for sure: starting with quality products is the first step in
making the most of their deer management dollars. They don’t depend on
expensive gimmicks and fancy packaging or the latest fads.
That’s
why they choose Imperial products. They also know there are specific steps they
can take to maximize the quality and longevity of their food plots and nutrition
programs. Dr. Wayne Hanna reminds us — one more time — that soil testing is not
only an essential way to ensure success with your food plots but can save you
big bucks in the long run. And when you’re in a position to plant a food plot,
don’t skimp on fertilizer, lime or seed. That too will ultimately save money.
And finally, don’t forget that setting up a good perennial maintenance schedule
can make your plantings last longer. Jon Cooner addressed that in your last
issue of Whitetail News (see www.whitetailinstitute. com). It’s all
common sense, but today it’s economic sense as well..
