The trade-off compared to electric netting? A strand fence can be more complicated to install and remove. And they are less effective than netting at stopping many species of livestock and wildlife.
But, for lengthy livestock fences with plenty of grazing and low predator pressure, they are excellent!
Subdividing large pastures to control grazing and reduce trampling.
Strip-grazing rape, turnips and corn stubble.
Short-term boundary fences on rented land for pretrained sheep or goats.
Containing feeder lambs on alfalfa fields (e.g. as in California’s Imperial Valley).
Containing dry does and ewes when food, sexual libido and newly weaned offspring are not an issue.
Two Design Options:
Reeled fences(see photo) allow for the quick installation and removal of conductors from the posts. Very useful in fast, rotational grazing systems.
Non-reeled fences are best used for set stocking, where the speed of reel systems is unnecessary.
Fence Solutions for Multiple Species
Not sure which style is best for you? We’ve done the legwork on our own farms and have several options ready-to-go. If you don’t see your desired situation, call us at 800-282-6631 or contact us online and we’ll help you design a fence to fit your needs.
We’ve compiled a list of common energizer questions to help you choose the right unit for your situation. Energizer kits include all the parts and pieces for folks new to electric fence.
NEW! Premier has partnered with Pipestone Veterinary Services to offer advice from our combined group of sheep experts. From fencing, grazing, feeding, lambing, health, genetics or general sheep care, we are here to help.
