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Fencing options key to flexible grazing

Benjamin Herrold
May 31, 2019
May 31, 2019 Updated May 31, 2019

Experts say it’s a good idea to have a permanent perimeter fence using barbed wire or woven wire. Producers can also run an electric fence wire to keep cattle from pushing on it.
Photo by Benjamin Herrold

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Livestock producers have a variety of options when it comes to fencing decisions, whether it’s permanent fencing or portable fence for managed, rotational grazing.

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