The Economic Fundamentals of Virtual Fencing Compared to Traditional Fencing

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 dir...

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Published inRangelands Vol. 47; no. 1; pp. 92 - 101
Main Authors Hoag, Dana L., Reuter, Ryan, Mooney, Daniel F., Vitale, Jeff, Ritten, John, DeLay, Nathan, Evangelista, Paul H., Vorster, Anthony
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Society for Range Management 01.02.2025
Elsevier Inc
Subjects
Cattle
cost effectiveness
Costs
Economic
Feasibility
Grazing
livestock
rangelands
Virtual fencing
Costs
Feasibility
Economic
Grazing
Cattle
Virtual fencing
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Summary: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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ISSN:0190-0528
DOI:10.1016/j.rala.2024.05.006