Source: CAROLINA FARM STEWARDSHIP ASSOCIATION

For farmers who are raising animals with few defenses, predator pressure was high on their list of worries. Coyotes, vultures, and hawks were all cited as predators that were targeting local farms, especially those with sheep and chickens. This was true for both farms in rural and more urban settings. Farmers used a variety of techniques to protect against predators, from guard llamas and roosters to large trees in the pasture (to provide hiding spots) and strong fencing.

For more of this story, click here.