Virtual Fence Toolkit
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This collection of resources provides you with information to start your virtual fence journey. Whether you’re exploring how the technology works, considering cost or just want to hear from farmers currently, using it, there is something here for you!
Questions? Email Kaitlyn Dozler-German at kaitlyn.dozler@missouri.edu.
Virtual Fence 101
Ever wondered how virtual fence can fit on your operation? This guide from our Virtual Fence Grazing Program Manager Kaitlyn Dozler-German and and Director Rob Myers seeks to do just that. Potential costs and how virtual fencing can help you implement different regenerative practices are just a few of the topics you can find in this publication.
Virtual Fence Cost Comparison Tool
If you’re thinking about how to budget virtual fence into this year’s finances, look into this calculator from Oklahoma State University. Use this calculator to compare the costs of available virtual fencing systems against the cost of conventional fencing for a given operation
Virtual Fence Foundations
We partnered with MU Extension to create a five-part webinar series about the basics of virtual fence. Hosts Kaitlyn Dozler and Shelby Jenkins explore topics ranging from how long it takes for livestock to adjust to the virtual fence system to using virtual fence for rotational grazing.
Virtual Fence Symposium
We hosted a Virtual Fence Symposium on June 25, 2026, bringing together producers, researchers, and vendors to explore how virtual fencing technology is transforming grazing management across Missouri. Recordings from the sessions are now available on our YouTube channel.
Virtual Fence Company Information
There are so many companies to work alongside to implement virtual fence, but which one will fit with your grazing goals? This guide provides you with a summarized version of what livestock they provide collars for, battery type, purchasing model, etc.
Virtual fence is continuously updating. This document was last updated in October 2026. For the most up-to-date information, check with the companies directly.
MU Extension Virtual Fencing Tools
If you’re wondering what it will cost to build a new pasture perimeter or adopt a virtual fence system, check out these spreadsheets from MU Extension.
- Pasture Fence Construction Budget
- Virtual Fencing Decision Tool
- Virtual Fencing – Partial Budget Analysis
To access, type ‘Virtual Fence’ into the Subject field.