Netherlands: 33 ungulate farmers in Overijssel receive wolf prevention subsidy

After an application, an advisor will assess whether the animal owner in question is entitled to the subsidy. Up to and including June of this year, 65 animal owners have submitted an application, half of which have been granted. A large part is still being processed. The scheme was opened in July 2023. Up to and including June 2024, the province has paid out a total of 80,000 euros, divided among the 33 ungulate owners. A spokesperson for the province of Overijssel assumes that the majority of the applications will be granted. With this support, owners of ungulates, including pigs with full pasture access, can take measures to protect their animals against wolf attacks. Only horses and cattle are excluded from the scheme because wolf attacks on these animals are rare. Sheepfolds and dogs The measures for which compensation is given include the installation of wire or mesh fences, the construction of a well-protected night pen, the installation of a mobile or fixed sheepfold, the ...