Moving Cattle and Managing Gates
At 1:10 in
You tell me....Is this the wrong way to farm?
What happens here
The farmer drives a blue Honda ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle) towards the cattle pasture, accompanied by his dog. He demonstrates opening a specialized 'Stay-Gate' by lifting a lever and pushing the gate open. This gate features a locking pin mechanism. Next, he opens an electric fence using a poly string, explaining that the cows are disciplined enough to stay within these simple boundaries. His dog, Buddy, takes a dip in a pond, prompting the farmer to humorously comment on why Buddy is an outdoor dog (due to skunk smell). The cows are then shown, including two new calves, and the farmer prepares to unhook another gate to move them to a new grazing area.
Goal: Relocate cattle to a new grazing pasture
Tools and materials
- Honda ATV Honda — Transporting the farmer and dog to the pasture
- Poly String — Creating an electric fence barrier to contain cattle
- Stay-Gate Stay-Gate — A specialized gate allowing for easier opening/closing from a vehicle