Sen. Ed McBroom: Exploding black bear population devouring U.P. cornfields, beehives - The Midwesterner

Sen. Ed McBroom: Exploding black bear population devouring U.P. cornfields, beehives - The Midwesterner

Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is facing what state Sen. Ed McBroom, R-Waucedah, calls an “aggressive” surge in black bear activity, one that’s inflicting severe damage on farms, beekeepers, and rural homeowners. As farmers document widespread crop losses and residents report more bear encounters than ever, lawmakers are pushing new policies aimed at restoring balance and improving safety. McBroom, who also owns and operates a farm, said the scale o…