Thank you! I'll check that out. Fireweed doesn't seem to grow down here, or at least I've never seen it in abundance in the commercial timberlands. I've read the reports about how much BTs love the stuff. I figure that if you're trying to attract them, you might as well include the browse they love.
Good article too. I'll spend some time with that one. Most scientific studies I've read on BT forage place Blackberries at/near the top of the list; sometimes up to 65% of the diet, though Fireweed is always on that list as well. Geographic variance in browse species available seems to dictate what they eat during each season. Your article points out the importance of ensuring the abundance of highly digestible/high protein winter browse, as it is key in maintaining a healthy thriving deer population throughout the year. Good stuff!
