Knowledge Hub
Knowledge Hub
Real questions from real producers, answered honestly
Everything you need to know about livestock management and virtual fencing for cattle, sheep, and goats with Nofence.
Everything you need to know about livestock management and virtual fencing for cattle, sheep, and goats with Nofence.
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System basics
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System basics
How virtual fencing works
Understand how Nofence uses GPS to create virtual boundaries for your livestock.
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System basics
Understanding the Nofence system basics
An overview of how the Nofence system works.
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System basics
Collaring the entire herd
Learn why every adult in your herd needs a Nofence collar, why partial collaring doesn't work, and why Nofence requires a minimum of five collared adults per herd.
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System basics
Getting started with Nofence
Learn how to set up your Nofence collars from unboxing through charging, and discover proper fitting techniques to ensure animal comfort and effective virtual fencing.
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System basics
The role of livestock behavior in virtual fencing
How Nofence works with the livestock behavior and the natural instincts of your herd.
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System basics
Get started using second-hand collars
A guide for new users who purchased second-hand collars and want to get started using Nofence.
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Connectivity
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Connectivity
Cellular service and connectivity
Understanding cellular network requirements and coverage for Nofence virtual fencing.
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Connectivity
How HerdNet™works
Learn how HerdNet™ keeps your herd connected even in areas with limited cellular coverage.
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Connectivity
How shelter beacons work
Learn how shelter beacons work to conserve battery life and create safe zones for your livestock.
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Connectivity
Understanding GPS accuracy and drifting
Learn how GPS accuracy works with Nofence collars, what causes drifting, and how to reduce the risk of unwanted warnings near buildings and boundaries.
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Livestock handling
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Livestock handling
Fitting collars on cattle
Learn how to properly attach and adjust cattle collars using the chain and strap system, and how to ensure a secure and comfortable fit.
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Livestock handling
Fitting collars on sheep and goats
Learn how to properly attach and adjust sheep and goat collars, ensure a safe and comfortable fit, and what to check after fitting.
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Livestock handling
Livestock handling facilities for collar fitting
Nofence works with different livestock handling facilities. Learn about how to use these facilities for collar fitting and see if virtual fencing is right for your operation.
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Livestock handling
Fitting collars on younger livestock
Learn when young livestock need their own Nofence collar, how weaning and growing independence affect the system, and how to know when a young animal is ready to be collared.
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Pastures and planning
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Setting up Nofence
Drawing and designing pastures
Learn how to draw, edit, and design virtual pastures in the Nofence app, including best practices for layout, exclusion zones, and GPS accuracy.
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Setting up Nofence
How to train your herd
Learn how to train your livestock to understand and respect virtual boundaries.
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Setting up Nofence
Moving livestock
Learn how to move your livestock to a new location or around your pasture using the Nofence app, and how virtual fencing makes managed grazing and strip grazing easier.
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Pastures and planning
The Nofence public grazing map
Learn how the Nofence public grazing map works, how to share your pasture location with the public, and how to use the official Grazing Poster.