With virtual fence, auditory and electrical cues are administered when an animal enters or approaches preset boundaries. (NDSU photo)
NDSU Agriculture Communication Fencing is a critical tool for enhancing grazing management through managing livestock access and distribution. However, constructing physical fences, both permanent and temporary, can be labor-intensive and costly. Over the past year, several ranchers in the region have implemented this technology, and many are wondering how it works and whether ...