Have you wondered how virtual fencing might work on your operation, but want to see it in action before making a decision? A two-day bus tour on June 16–17 will give cattle producers the opportunity to evaluate virtual fencing systems in real-world settings.
Virtual fencing (VF) has the potential to reduce labor associated with fencing and cattle movement while improving control over grazing distribution and pasture utilization. However, many producers want to better understand how these systems perform under real-world conditions before making an investment.
This bus tour provides a practical, side-by-side look at multiple commercially available VF systems and how they are being used by producers and researchers.
Tour Agenda
Day 1 – June 16 (Producer Site Demonstrations)
- 6:45 am pick up from Lancaster County Extension Office, Lincoln, NE
- 10:00 am: Rolling Prairie Ranch, Hatfield, MO → Halter system
- 3:00 pm: Mud Ridge Ranch, Red Oak, IA → Nofence system
- Dinner and overnight stay in Lincoln, NE
Day 2 – June 17 (Research & Application)
- 9:00 am: Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center (ENREEC), Mead, NE
- eShepherd/Gallagher and Halter systems
- Discussions on VF grazing research
- 11:30 am: Lunch and panel discussion with researchers and industry representatives
- 1:00 pm: Adjourn
What producers can expect
- Observe multiple VF systems operating under real production conditions
- Compare system features and performance side-by-side
- Learn how VF can be applied to improve grazing management and labor efficiency
- Ask questions directly to producers, researchers, and technology providers
Registration Details
Register by June 9th. The cost is $200 per person, which includes transportation, lodging, and lunches.
Register at https://go.unl.edu/vf_bustour
This program is hosted by University of Nebraska and Iowa State University, and is partially sponsored by Halter, Nofence, Gallagher, and Iowa Forage and Grassland Council.
