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​With Kentucky’s archery deer season opening Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources urges hunters to review regulations and stay informed about deer health, including the latest disease monitoring update. In particular, hunters should be aware of the latest information regarding Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) and Hemorrhagic Disease (HD) in Kentucky.

In October 2024, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) confirmed its first case of CWD in a captive deer at a Breckinridge County farm, marking the state's second overall detection of the disease. This month KDA confirmed eight new CWD positive deer at the same facility.​​​