How to Get the Deer to Feed on Corn
Corn is a favorite food of deer. Getting deer to eat corn is not difficult, depending on the location of the food. For example, a deer will likely not eat corn if a person is holding it. Deer have a great sense of smell and can detect the scent of corn from quite a distance. As a result, corn has been used by hunters and deer enthusiasts to attract the animals.
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Instructions
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Pick corn that is ripe and fresh. The fresh scent will be more powerful and attract the deer. Pick the corn with latex gloves so that the scent of humans does not get on the corn. Do not wash the corn. Organic corn is best because it is healthier for the deer.
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Select a location for the corn. The corn should not be close to humans or in a location frequently used by humans. The location should be quiet and free from activity. Deer are timid creatures and need to be coaxed. They are scared off easily, and if the corn is placed in an area where humans may be, the deer may avoid going there even for food.
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Hang the corn with a string from a tree. This will make the corn easier for the deer to see and should be done if the deer is not eating the ear of corn from the ground. This will also prevent pests like mice and rats from eating the corn. Deer may not eat corn if mice or rats have gotten to it first.
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Place corn in several locations. Notice which one the deer prefers. Keep the location consistent once it has been selected. The deer will then know to return to that spot.
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Tips & Warnings
Do not overfeed the deer. Limit the deer to one or two ears of corn a week. This will still make them rely on other sources for food and not become dependent.
