Scots to try out virtual fencing on their hill herds

Virtual fencing collars are seen as ideal for extensive hill grazing in Scotland, where trials are starting. Research shows that livestock learn the system in 24 hours, and are not stressed by it.

NoFence in Norway, and e-shepherd in Australia and New Zealand, are the virtual fencing systems closest to market, according to researchers in Scotland who are beginning a trial of such systems on five highland and island hill farms.