Articles by Halter

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Using Halter on Crops: How Virtual Fencing is Transforming Crop Grazing Efficiency

Discover how Halter’s virtual fencing helps farmers graze crops efficiently, save labour, improve feed utilisation, and protect soil health.

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From New Zealand to US ranches: Halter Founder & CEO Craig Piggott on the future of virtual fencing

We sat down with Craig to talk about what sets Halter apart, what he’s learned from ranchers here in the US, and why he believes the future of ranching is brighter than ever.

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Winter grazing strategies with virtual fencing: cut feed costs and extend your season

Learn proven winter grazing strategies to cut hay costs by thousands. Extend your grazing season, protect soil health, and reduce feed bills with virtual fencing.

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Mating success

4 Proven Drivers of Mating Success (Backed by Data You Won’t Find Elsewhere)

In this post we run through 2024 Spring Mating data from Halter farms and the powerful insights it's uncovered - like the impact of insemination timing, OAD milking, and cycling rates - helping farmers unlock better fertility, productivity, and profitability.

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The science behind grazing at the third leaf stage

By hitting the right leaf stage, you can grow 10-15% more grass to substitute the costs on inputs.

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The Halter Collar

We answer some of our most frequently asked questions around our unique solar-power technology, the durability of our smart cow collars, and more in this article.

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Virtual Fencing 101: How it works, and why it’s a game-changer for farmers

Ever wondered what virtual fencing actually is and how it works? We dive deep in this blog, leaving no stone unturned.

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Farming with Halter During El Niño

What is El Niño, how it could impact your farm, and how you can put some plans in place to minimise its impact.

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Hitting the Mark: The Crucial Role of Target Post-Graze Residuals in Pasture Health

Harnessing the benefits of accurate post-grazing management boosts pasture productivity and health.

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How David went from 17% cycling to 83% in-calf at 6 weeks

How David went from 17% cycling to 83% in-calf at 6 weeks and turned his mating season around with Halter.

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Level up your pasture management

In this article, we take a look at the ways in which Halter can help you level-up your pasture management during late-winter and spring.

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