Raccoons can be hard on home gardens, hunting, raiding, and scavenging for food, according to the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP). KDWP estimates there are about 20 to 40 raccoons per mile depending on the location, meaning garden damage and crop trouble can be a recurring concern for Kansas residents.
KSNT 27 News highlights that while raccoons are naturally friendly, they may still destroy plants and crops if they aren’t protected. For gardeners in Manhattan, the guidance points residents toward taking steps to keep raccoons out before they find an easy food source.