The Economic Fundamentals of Virtual Fencing Compared to Traditional Fencing

Dana L. Hoag; Ryan Reuter; Daniel F. Mooney; Jeff Vitale; John Ritten; Nathan DeLay; Paul H. Evangelista; Anthony Vorster

doi:10.1016/j.rala.2024.05.006

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Dana L. Hoag, Ryan Reuter, Daniel F. Mooney, Jeff Vitale, John Ritten, Nathan DeLay, Paul H. Evangelista,¹ Anthony Vorster¹

¹Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523, USA (Evangelista and Vorster)

Abstract

Virtual fencing (VF) for livestock is being commercialized by several companies in the United States.
Ranchers and land managers are interested in the potential benefits of VF but have reservations about its cost.
Cost structures of VF systems vary and are different from physical fencing, making direct comparisons difficult.
We explore relevant costs and outline scenarios where VF systems are likely to be cost effective.
We discuss practical considerations for livestock producers and rangeland managers who are considering adopting VF.

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Dana L. Hoag, Ryan Reuter, Daniel F. Mooney, Jeff Vitale, John Ritten, Nathan DeLay, Paul H. Evangelista, and Anthony Vorster "The Economic Fundamentals of Virtual Fencing Compared to Traditional Fencing," Rangelands 47(1), 92-101, (11 February 2025). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rala.2024.05.006

Published: 11 February 2025

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