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Wild turkey management tips extend beyond hunting season

Although turkey hunting season is nearing its end, wildlife officials advise property owners to continue managing their land to support wild turkey populations. Maintaining a consistent and abundant food supply is crucial for turkey health and sustainability year-round.

One effective food plot option is chufa, a warm-season perennial sedge that attracts wild turkeys. In the southern United States, planting chufa between April and July is generally recommended.

Property owners interested in planting chufa can find more information about the best practices, timing, and locations at the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks website.

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Jon R Myers

Jon R Myers is the executive editor of Alcorn County News and the founder of the Mississippi News Group, which he started in 2013 to cover communities across North Mississippi. He also founded the Mississippi Sports Group in 2006, which grew from a single community publication into a statewide network covering high school and college athletics. He reports on local government, public safety, schools and community life in Corinth and Alcorn County, working from public meetings, agency records and interviews with the people involved. Contact him at editor@alcornnewsms.com with news tips or corrections. For a correction, include the article link and supporting source material.

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