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Rotational Grazing Cross-Fencing
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Internal fencing and paddocks for managed grazing.
Scope of work
- Paddock layout by soil, slope, and water access
- Electric or permanent cross-fence specification
- Gates and lanes for moving animals
- Water access points in each paddock
- Grazing plan notes (rest periods, stocking rate)
- Tie-in to the perimeter fence
How this works in Alberta
A big pasture grazed all season gets the best plants eaten first and the worst ignored. Cross-fencing splits it into paddocks so you can move animals and let the grass recover, and it keeps cattle out of the creek.
Start with water. Every paddock needs a reliable drinking point, or the fence just becomes a longer walk. Many operators run one or two permanent perimeter and lane fences, then subdivide with temporary polywire or single-strand electric that can be moved as the plan changes.
Permanent electric cross-fence costs less per mile than woven wire and is fast to build. Wildlife crossings, snow load, and drifting are real Alberta considerations, so leave gaps or drop-down sections where big game travels.
Rotational grazing has been a funded practice under the federal On-Farm Climate Action Fund, and Alberta's Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program has covered some grazing-related practices. Each lists its own eligible items, so check before building.
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Common questions
How many paddocks do I need?
There is no single number. More paddocks give more rest, but each needs water and access. Start with a manageable split and adjust.
Can cross-fencing be temporary?
Yes. Portable electric fence is common for the interior, with permanent fence on the perimeter and along lanes.