jimpage.mcr@gmail.com
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I definitely feel as I can relate to both parties here:
I own and operate a family cattle ranch in Montana. I also have a outside pilot job fighting wildfires for the USFS.
In my experience cattle will respect and not push a temporary electric fence as long as it’s hot (+6 joules)!!!
The number of feet between each post and number of wires may make some difference however; in my opinion it’s not a contributing factor.
It greatly helps if cattle are accustom to a hot electric fence they simply won’t make the same mistake twice.
I make sure the fence is well grounded and I also like tying survey tape on the fence for better visibility for all animals.
The grazing you are providing for the rancher is extremely generous. Also thank you for your understanding that cattle don’t always stay where intended. It is true good fences make for good neighbors - maybe just a friendly chat about improving their fence would be benifical.
I know most people including myself are proud of their grass runways. Cows will improve the quality of the grass/range on your strip if not overgrazed. The manure if harrowed in will also be great fertilizer.
Best of Luck,
Jim
I own and operate a family cattle ranch in Montana. I also have a outside pilot job fighting wildfires for the USFS.
In my experience cattle will respect and not push a temporary electric fence as long as it’s hot (+6 joules)!!!
The number of feet between each post and number of wires may make some difference however; in my opinion it’s not a contributing factor.
It greatly helps if cattle are accustom to a hot electric fence they simply won’t make the same mistake twice.
I make sure the fence is well grounded and I also like tying survey tape on the fence for better visibility for all animals.
The grazing you are providing for the rancher is extremely generous. Also thank you for your understanding that cattle don’t always stay where intended. It is true good fences make for good neighbors - maybe just a friendly chat about improving their fence would be benifical.
I know most people including myself are proud of their grass runways. Cows will improve the quality of the grass/range on your strip if not overgrazed. The manure if harrowed in will also be great fertilizer.
Best of Luck,
Jim