Illinois Farm Bureau secured statewide black vulture depredation permits through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Illinois livestock farmers dealing with highly aggressive black vultures now have the means to fight back. Black vultures are known to prey on young livestock and birthing mothers, causing injuries ...

The Illinois Farm Bureau secured statewide black vulture depredation permits through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) effective now through Dec. 31, 2025.

(The Center Square) – Illinois livestock farmers dealing with highly aggressive black vultures now have the means to fight back. Black vultures are known to prey on young livestock and ...