MADISON (WKOW) -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking hunters to consider donating their deer harvest to help fight food insecurity in the state.

"Community pantries all over Wisconsin are seeing a rising demand for food, especially as Wisconsinites lose access to food assistance due to the federal government shutdown,” said DNR Secretary Karen Hyun. "Our Deer Donation Program helps provide nutrition-packed options like venison and we are optimistic hunters will continue their role in combating hunger in Wisconsin through this program."

Deer harvested outside of Wisconsin cannot be donated.

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services requires deer to be tested for Chronic Wasting Disease.

Hunters interested in donating should follow these steps:

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