Choosing the right type of livestock fencing and panels can have a significant impact on the overall health and safety of your animals. When it comes to choosing a fence for your property, there are several options that you can choose from; however, certain livestock fencing and panels might work better for your farm than others.
Types of Livestock Fencing and Panels
One of the first things that you will need to consider before choosing livestock fencing and panels for your farm is knowing the advantages and disadvantages of each type of fencing available. Some of the types of fences that work best for livestock purposes include:
Rail fence – these fences are a popular choice for farm border fences, and are available in PVC plastic, vinyl coated wooden boards, treated wood, and painted wood. This type of fence is ideal for: cattle and horses.
Barbed wire fence – made up of two or more strands of galvanized-coated steel wire, twisted together with two or four barbs every four to five inches. This type of livestock fencing is perfect for: cattle and swine.
Woven wire fence – consists of a number of horizontal lines of smooth wire held apart by vertical wires called stays. This type of fencing also comes in a variety of heights, depending on the jumping ability of the livestock. This type of fence is perfect for: cattle and horses.
Mesh wire fence – these fences are strong and are perfect for livestock safety; however, they are more expensive than woven wire fencing. Due to the cost, this type of fence is primarily used for confinement around corrals, feed lots, or small crop acreage areas. Mesh wire fences are perfect for: goats.
High-tensile fence – this is one of the most popular types of livestock fencing as it is easier to construct, costs less to build, and requires less maintenance than other types of fencing. This type of fencing can also be used with electricity to improve animal holding capabilities and predator control. This fencing is ideal for: cattle and swine.
Cable fence – primarily used for confinement areas (holding pens, feed lots, and corrals) because of their cost, cable fences usually consists of cables that are made out of seven strands of wire twisted together and stretched from one anchor post to another. Cable fencing is perfect for: cattle.
Electric fence – this type of livestock fencing is popular in livestock operations because it is a safe, effective, and inexpensive way of keeping livestock safely secured in their pen.
Electric fencing is ideal for: cattle, sheep, horses, swine, and goats.
Wooden fence – a popular option for small pastures and paddocks as it creates more privacy and allows for the easy separation of one animal from another. Usually wooden fences last around 20 years, but you can increase this lifespan by using vinyl-coated wood or by painting the fence boards. Wooden fences are great for: horses.
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