One landowner offered up a large, unused plot of land for a garden and high school classes have come out to plant and harvest tomatoes, squash, potatoes and melons, Anderson said.

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Ms Palmer's research builds on findings of a recent study that showed landowner partnerships over large areas were the best way to deter deer damage.

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