PT1: Tips for electric fence charger use with goats + sheep

Tips for keeping your electric fence energizer working effectively with goats and sheep [PART I]

Most issues with energizers not working properly has to do with grounding issues:

1. Use enough grounding rods. A good rule of thumb is 3 ft per joule

2. Connect your grounding rods with one piece of galvanized wire since most fencing grounding rods are made of the same metal. Using different metals together can also cause corrosion and damage to your energizer.

3. Place your rods 10 ft a part.

BONUS TIP: This style grounding rod (T top) is easier to use with a mobile / temp grazing set up since they're easier to pull out of the ground.

Watch for PART 2 coming soon.

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[juliabrown]

Does it matter where exactly you place the grounding rods, and if they are touching tall grass?