Suitable solutions include multi-wire high tensile permanent fences, portable electrified netting or tape systems, and offset wires added to existing fences to contain pigs and exclude wild or feral hogs.

Pigs root, rub and may push or dig under fences. Their behavior requires conductor wires close to the ground, stronger tension, good visibility and durable materials to prevent escapes or damage.

A typical minimum is a 3-wire system for interior containment, with wires spaced from near ground up. Many recommend a 7-wire exterior fence in high risk zones where wild hog intrusion is possible.

Yes – portable fencing systems are ideal for subdividing pastures, rotational free-range setups or temporary pens. The bottom wires must be low to the ground and tension maintained to prevent digging or slipping under.

Choose an energizer with sufficient output to maintain high voltage despite vegetation contact, mud, wet ground and longer fence lengths. Strong grounding and low impedance energisers are especially important for pig systems.

Frozen ground, heavy vegetation, mud and rootings can compromise grounding, tension and visibility. Use corrosion-resistant materials, secure post bracing and ensure the lowest wire stays near the ground line.

Use a bottom strand of wire or net within a couple of inches of the ground, consider burying the lower wire or adding an exterior electrified line a few feet away, and maintain strong tension to discourage pushing.

Yes – an offset wire adds a deterrent line inside or outside a primary permanent fence and helps discourage leaning, pushing or entrance by undetected wild hogs.

Regular inspections should include checking wire tension, testing voltage, ensuring insulators and posts are intact, removing vegetation from wires, and verifying that ground rods are functioning properly.

Key components include a high performance energizer, high tensile wire or heavy duty electrified tape, properly braced end and corner posts, ground rods, insulated gate handles, and spare insulators or connectors.

Yes – most systems can be extended with extra wire runs, additional panels or netting sections, upgraded energizers and added posts to accommodate growing herds, or changing pasture layout.

Both large and smaller operations benefit. Whether you have a small free-range pig setup or a large commercial herd, the correct fencing design improves containment, reduces escapes and enhances bio-security.