Virtual Fencing for Cattle Ranching
A new approach to cattle ranching is being explored by American ranchers, utilizing virtual fence systems similar to those used for dogs.
This technology could allow thousands more cattle to be ranched on land rather than in barns, providing numerous benefits for farmers, consumers, and wildlife.
Reprinted with Permission from World at Large
The virtual system is designed to be durable, with solar-powered collars that can withstand various forms of abuse, as demonstrated by Crouch's tests.
- Benefits for farmers: reduced cost and hassle of fence upkeep
- Benefits for consumers: potentially more nutritious beef from cows grazing on grass
- Benefits for wildlife: restoration of ecosystem services in prairie lands
Historically, North America lost several million native grazers in the 19th century, and the remaining prairie land is missing the ecosystem services once provided by bison herds.
Author's summary: Virtual fencing may revolutionize cattle ranching.
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