Interest in virtual fencing continues to grow across Nebraska as producers look for new ways to improve grazing management, increase flexibility, and reduce labor associated with traditional fencing. 

A new multi-state project involving the University of Nebraska and the University of Missouri will help support producer adoption of virtual fencing technology in Nebraska and Missouri over the next three years. 

As part of the project, participating producers will be eligible to receive financial assistance of approximately $100 per collar for cattle enrolled in the program. Additional technical support and educational resources related to implementation and management will also be provided. 

The project team is currently finalizing contracts and developing enrollment details, with plans to begin accepting producer applications later this summer in partnership with Cultivo. Producers interested in learning more or receiving updates when enrollment opens are encouraged to complete the project interest form here: Virtual Fencing Producer Interest Form 

The project is designed to help producers use virtual fencing to implement regenerative grazing approaches and protect sensitive areas. Additional information about the broader project is available through the Heartland Virtual Fence Project. 

For producers wanting to learn more about virtual fencing, management considerations, research updates, and producer resources, visit the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Virtual Fencing Hub: UNL Virtual Fencing Hub. 

Funding for this project comes from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s (NFWF) Grassland Resilience and Conservation Initiative, supported by funding from McDonald’s USA, the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, and several key McDonald’s USA beef and beverage suppliers.