Step One in Being A Good Neighbor; Strong Fences

 Step One in Being A Good Neighbor; Strong Fences By Michael Cox The cows are out!” Is there any other sentence in the world that evokes such an immediate reaction of shock, bewilderment, fear, frustration and panic in cattle-owners than the news that their livestock are no longer where they are...

More in a Day's Work

 More in a Day's Work Article courtesy by Stockade Building and repairing a fence is one of those jobs that is as much a part of rural life as riding a tractor. Whether on a livestock operation to keep critters in, or on a vegetable operation to keep critters out. Anyone who has done fence work...

JAG Products, Inc., - “You’re the girl with blue insulators”

JAG Products, Inc., - “You’re the girl with blue insulators” By Steve Weisman  Cattle producers use fencing to keep animals both inside a specified area and outside a specified area. But what kind of fencing works best? More and more producers are finding that electric fencing offers many...

Prepare Fences & Pastures Now for Spring Grazing

 Prepare Fences & Pastures Now for Spring Grazing Article provided by Gallagher​​​​​​​​​​​​​ To get fencing and pastures up to par, Gallagher Territory Manager Wes Chism suggests some tips for pasture managers to get a plan in place.Walk the fence lineAccording to Chism, first up on the spring to-do...

Fencing Strategies and Basic Tips

 Fencing Strategies and Basic Tips by Bruce Derksen With designs entrenched, ready the area by first removing potential obstacles like trees, shrubs, brush and large rocks.  Don’t hesitate to use herbicides or manual clearing to keep vines and brush from disrupting your efforts, as once your...

Estimated Costs for Livestock Fencing

 Estimated Costs for Livestock Fencing. By William Edwards - Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.  Fencing costs are one of the most expensive aspects of livestock grazing. The type of fence constructed greatly impacts the cost per foot, total cost, and annual ownership cost. In addition, the...

Why Settle for Less than the Original and the Best

 Why Settle for Less than the Original and the Best.   Article provided by REDI Driver. Do you dread the driving of fence posts into the ground?  You can simplify (and maybe even enjoy!) the task with the REDI Driver gas powered post driver & our exclusive accessories.  You can cut...

Maintaining Boundaries

 Maintaining Boundaries  “As winter wares into spring, it’s the perfect time for a refresher course in proper fence maintenance.” By Aly McClureBoundaries are one of life’s biggest necessities - personally and physically - but ironically can be one of the most challenging things...