K.S.A. 76-462: Same; duties of wildlife damage control section.

The section shall: (a) Develop a statewide extension educational program for the control of damage caused by wildlife;

(b) instruct farmers and ranchers in effective methods of controlling damage caused by wildlife which will enable the farmers and ranchers to more effectively protect their crops, poultry and livestock;

(c) conduct studies on ways to prevent agriculture losses caused by wildlife, including nonlethal methods of control;

(d) assist and devote time to youth education programs which will increase the understanding of the management of wild animals; and

(e) supply individuals, at cost, with materials not readily available from local commercial sources for use in damage control work.