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Fencing for tough terrain

Jul 15, 2020
Jul 15, 2020

Smith fencing — John Smith of Montrose, S.D., fixes fence on a sunny morning in June. Smith raises cattle and crops with his dad Bill and brother Adam.
Tri-State Neighbor photo by Janelle Atyeo

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Hillsides, curves, dips and rises – when a fencing project veers into tough terrain, installers can keep their fence on track with tips and strategies from the experts.

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As a Bekaert Fence pro, Steven Sarson spends his days providing advice, answering questions and leading fencing demonstrations to teach farmers installation techniques for the long run.
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