For hunters and land managers, success isn’t just about luck—it’s about preparation and stewardship. In this episode of The Ozark Podcast, Daniel Mallette of GrowingDeer.TV returns to share expert insights on managing habitat, using prescribed fire, and balancing predator populations to boost deer and turkey numbers in the Ozarks.

If you’re a hunter, landowner, or conservationist passionate about improving wildlife habitats, this episode offers practical strategies for balancing predator control and habitat management. Learn how integrating fire, timber improvement, and trapping can lead to healthier ecosystems and better hunting outcomes.

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[00:00] Trailer

[02:00] Why habitat management and predator control must work together

[15:50] The economic challenges of logging and how they impact habitat

[30:50] Habitat improvement vs. predator control: Which matters more?

What is The Ozark Podcast?

In the Ozarks, people have always lived in rhythm with the natural world. Hunting, fishing, and living off the land, aren't just things we do, it's who we are. And though our lives are inextricably linked to the land we live on, we've never been more disconnected from it. So join us, as we travel across the region to bring you the voices of the Ozarks to deepen your connection with the land, sharpen your skills in the outdoors, and help you learn what it means to be an Ozarker.

Our hosts are Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett - and our producer is Daniel Matthews

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