The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has reopened applications for direct livestock loss compensation under the Wolf-Livestock Compensation Program.
This reopening follows the California Cattlemen’s Association’s successful advocacy, which secured $600,000 in the 2024-25 state budget after previous funding expired. Eligible livestock producers with “confirmed” or “probable” wolf depredations after July 1, 2024, can apply for compensation. Compensation eligibility requires an official investigation and documentation by CDFW on a Livestock Loss Determination Form.
Applications and questions may be sent to wolfcompensation@wildllife.ca.gov.
