Cost of virtual fencing per manufacturer, year and herd size

The average herd size in Nebraska is 75, according to the USDA. Cost values are in dollars.

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Cost estimates are based on simple scenarios and do not account for costs for labor, perimeter fencing, etc. Estimates assume the use of one cellular tower and battery replacement if applicable, and active monthly use.

Chart: Shelby Rickert/Nebraska News ServiceSource: Dr. Yijie Xiong/University of Nebraska-LincolnGet the dataCreated with Datawrapper