In alternative livestock farming, a cervine refers to any deer species within the Cervinae subfamily, such as red deer or elk. Producers raise these animals for venison, hides, and antler velvet. Managing cervines requires specialized high-tensile fencing and handling facilities due to their jumping ability and wilder temperament compared to traditional livestock.
Heard on the job
Check the perimeter fence in the north pasture, we don't want any of the cervine stock getting out before the rut.