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Paddock Design, Fencing, and Water Systems for Controlled Grazing (Summary)

Interest in controlled grazing is increasing throughout the U.S. Controlled grazing systems are economically feasible and more easily managed because of developments in fencing and water technology. This publication covers some of the basics of paddock design and current fencing and water technology. Paddock design needs to be based on landscape, land productivity, water availability, and the number and types of animals in the system. Water systems are more complex and expensive than fencing systems. Producers need to understand all the technology available before going to the expense of establishing a grazing system. A good way to explore the technology is by ordering catalogs from companies that sell fencing and/or water systems.

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Last Updated December 28, 2007

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