Institutional Solutions for the Economic Problem of Feral Hogs
Feral hogs destroy crops, encroach upon green spaces, destroy habitat of endangered species, and can be aggressive towards humans. Despite individuals suffering losses from feral hogs, affected individuals often take little action despite control and eradication technologies existing. This study des...
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Veröffentlicht in: | Applied economic perspectives and policy 2021-09, Vol.43 (3), p.970-984 |
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Zusammenfassung: | Feral hogs destroy crops, encroach upon green spaces, destroy habitat of endangered species, and can be aggressive towards humans. Despite individuals suffering losses from feral hogs, affected individuals often take little action despite control and eradication technologies existing. This study describes what is known about the economic problem associated with feral hogs and the institutional structure surrounding eradication efforts. We argue that institutions at both a national and local level are necessary to control feral hogs.
The Problem of Feral Hogs and the Challenges of Providing a Weak‐Link Public Good |
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ISSN: | 2040-5790 2040-5804 |
DOI: | 10.1002/aepp.13093 |