IDEFA’s mission is to help preserve hunting traditions for future generations. We accomplish this by building relationships with the hunting community, government agencies, one-on-one relationships and a support network of statewide deer and elk farmers and hunting preserve owners and operators.

Through IDEFA, Hoosiers benefit from prosperous, healthy and ethical deer and elk farming by:

• providing safe hunting access to everyone
• extending the hunting season
• encouraging Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) inspection
• supporting Indiana Board of Animal Health oversight
• providing fun family experiences
• supporting statewide economic boost