Good fencing makes grazing easier, safer, and more flexible. After more than ten years of rotational grazing on our farm, we have learned how much a good electric fencing system can change your daily work. It keeps animals safe. It protects pasture. It saves time. It also makes it possible to move animals often without stress.
We sell Gallagher electric fencing because it has been reliable for us in every season. We use it with our chickens, pigs, and cows. If it works here in the North Okanagan, in mud season, dry season, and snow season, it tends to work anywhere.
Why we trust electric fencing
Electric fencing lets us move animals quickly. We shift cattle every day or every few days. We move poultry across fresh ground during the growing season. We use pigs to prepare ground for new forage or cover crops. This only works when the fencing is easy to set up, take down, and move.
Electric fencing also protects pasture health. Short, controlled grazing followed by rest is the heart of our system. Good fences make that possible.
How Steve can help
Steve Meggait has spent more than a decade building and refining electric fencing systems for our farm. He has tested different posts, reels, wires, and energizers. He knows what works on steep ground, wet ground, long runs, forest edges, and big fields.
As a Gallagher dealer, he can help you choose the right setup for your animals and your land. This includes:
- Chickens
- Pigs
- Cows
Some folks need a simple starter kit. Others need a full system for daily moves. Some need help planning whole-farm rotations before they buy anything. Steve can guide you through all of that.
For chickens
Chickens need tight fencing, steady power, and posts that hold up to constant moves. We use poultry netting and mobile energizers. Good fencing keeps birds safe from predators and helps spread fertility across fields.
For pigs
Pigs test fences more than any other animal we raise. They are smart and strong. A good electric setup teaches respect early and keeps them where they need to be. Pigs also play a big role in soil work, so being able to shift them on time matters.
For cows
Cattle respond well to single-wire or two-wire fencing. With the right gear, we can set up a new strip in minutes. This gives cows fresh grass and protects plants from second bites. Better rotations mean healthier soil.
Ready to set up your own system?
If you want electric fencing for your farm, homestead, or acreage, we can help. We carry Gallagher fencing supplies and can walk you through the options. You can buy gear directly from us or ask for a recommendation before you start.
Reach out any time if you want to talk through your land, your animals, or your grazing goals. We are always happy to help you build a system that works for your place.
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