As at January 2026
Globally, research and development into virtual fencing technology for pastoral farming systems has been underway for decades. However, it is only in the last decade that the research and development has progressed enough to develop commercial products. The Halter system combines the most advanced technology that did not exist seven years ago, with our years of experience observing and analysing cow behaviour.
Most major agricultural markets around the world have adopted virtual fencing technology. Halter is prioritising serving its growing customer base in New Zealand, Australia, and the US, and will also expand into additional international markets in the coming years.
New Zealand
In New Zealand, Halter complies with all relevant laws and codes of practice. This includes, but is not limited to, The Animal Welfare Act 1999, all regulations created under this Act, the Dairy Cattle Code of Welfare and the Code of Welfare for Sheep and Beef Cattle.
These Codes are currently being reviewed and updated by the Government’s ‘National Animal Welfare Advisory Committee’ (‘NAWAC’). Halter is deeply involved in this process, providing technical submissions to NAWAC and the Ministry for Primary Industries to aid their understanding of virtual fencing technology and to ensure Halter continues to comply with all relevant standards.
