Electric Fencing

Uses and benefits of electric fencing 

Animal control is perhaps the most widely recognized reason for power fencing. 

Not only does power fencing keep domestic animals and livestock contained, it has various other important uses, including: 

• Keeping wild animals out 
• Separating different groups of animals 
• Allowing rationing of crops and pasture 
• Fencing animals off from eroding areas, trees, rivers and roads.

Power fencing has revolutionized pasture management techniques and better pasture management means better profitability for farmers.

Permanent or portable power fences are used to subdivide pasture to ensure even distribution of manure over grazing areas.

In this way, pastures are kept fresh, short and palatable which ultimately leads to better overall herd health. 

Types of Electric Fences 

There are three main types of electric fence: permanent, offset and portable. 

Permanent Electric Fences 

Permanent electric fences are a recommended long-term fencing solution. Compared to barbed wire, woven wire and rail fence, Gallagher permanent power fence systems are economical, easy to install and operate, and require less maintenance, due to minimal physical contact with animals. 

Offset Electric Fences 

Offset electric fencing is used to protect existing conventional fencing or extend the life of new fences. Installing offset brackets also reduces damage to animal hides and pelts as it prevents the animals from rubbing against the non-electrified fence. 

Portable Electric Fences 

Portable electric fences provide flexibility in pasture management and are ideal for short-term animal control or rotational grazing. Easily transported, constructed and maintained, portable fences are an effective temporary fencing solution for a range of animals and situations.