![]() There is no limit to the number of cables used, but, a six-cable fence is typically used for large animals. ![]() Each cable is made out of seven strands of wire twisted together. Cable fences consist of 3/8-inch smooth, steel wire cables stretched from one anchor post to the next. These fences should be used with electricity to improve animal holding capability and predator control.īecause of their expense, cable fences are used primarily for confinement areas, such as holding pens, feed lots and corrals. Wires are held in tension along wood, fiberglass, insulated metal posts or a combination of posts and battens or droppers. The advantages of high-tensile fencing: easier to construct, lasts longer, costs less to build, requires less maintenance. High-tensile fences are some of the most popular types of fences used. Because of the cost, they are used primarily for confinement fencing around corrals, feed lots, or small crop acreage areas. They are replacing board fencing in many areas, but are more expensive than woven wire. Mesh wire fences are strong and provide livestock safety. The height of most woven wire ranges from 26 to 48 inches and depends on the jumping ability of the livestock species. Woven wire fences consist of a number of horizontal lines of smooth wire held apart by vertical wires called stays. Standard barbed wire fences usually have three to five strands of wire between posts spaced between 15 and 25 feet apart, while suspension fences use four to six strands of wire taut between posts. A high-tensile polymer fence has the look of a rail fence with high-tensile wires encased inside.īarbed wire fences are made of two or more strands of smooth, galvanized-coated, steel wire twisted together with two or four barbs spaced every four to five inches and generally classified as either a standard or suspension barbed wire fence. These fences are available in PVC plastic, vinyl coated wooden boards, treated wood and painted wood. Rail fences are typically used as border fences around the farm and are popular on horse farms. Fences around swine confinement areas need to be strong and able to withstand heavy use. Barbed wire along the bottom of the fence helps prevent rooting. Swine require strong fences built low to the ground to prevent them from escaping by rooting. Board fences are ideal for horses and woven wire fences can also be used. High-tensile fences can be made more visible by placing posts closer together or hanging ribbons. Barbed wire can tear a horse’s hide, and horses can become entangled in high-tensile fences. Visibility is necessary when selecting fencing for horses. Barbed wire is not as effective for sheep, as the barbs tend to get covered in wool. Electric fences are useful for discouraging predators such as wild dogs and coyotes. For sheep, predator control is a high priority. Fences for handling facilities should be strong, tall and visible. When bulls are penned separately, consider using heavy posts, with thick-gauge wire or cable and other strong electric fencing options. Woven wire, barbed wire and high-tensile fences are commonly used. ![]() Most fence types can be used for cattle, so assess factors such as expense, ease of construction and life expectancy of the material. Fencing is most commonly used for livestock confinement, but species, age, breed and production system must be taken into account.Ĭattle. The first consideration in deciding on what fence to use is its purpose. The kinds of fences commonly used on farms include board, barbed wire, woven wire, cable, mesh, high-tensile, electric or a combination of any of these. Now, it’s time to decide on the type of permanent and mobile fence you will use. ![]() Last week, we detailed the importance of an overall farm fencing plan. ![]()
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