Research Study
Testing Virtual Fence Technology in an Upper Midwestern Goat Grazing Operation
This project concluded in January 2023 tested the use of a virtual fence technology as a possible containment system for goats in rotational and targeted grazing without the use of physical fences. Effectiveness of containment, time, and labor costs were measured and compared to older management techniques.
The project was conducted by The Munch Bunch LLC through a grant issued by North Central Region SARE program supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture and U.S. Department of Agriculture. The University of Minnesota provided approval of the livestock care plan. Contributors to this project include Cherrie Nolden, an independent consultant for the data analysis of this project.
We would like to thank NoFence for allowing us to use their technology in this research project. Click here to see the final report.
