Fencing Guides
How Temporary Electric Fencing Can Help Make Spring Pasture Go Further
How Temporary Electric Fencing Can Help Make Spring Pasture Go Further
Spring pasture can change quickly. One paddock...
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What is a farm fence batten and why use one?
What is a farm fence batten and why use one?
Farm fence battens help maintain consistent wire spacing between fence p...
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Oct 30, 2025
How to Fence Horses Safely: Building Secure, Smart and Stress-Free Environments
Creating a safe, secure space for your horses isn’t just about keeping them contained — it’s about understanding how they see, move, and interact with their surroundings. The right fencing can reduce stress, prevent injuries, and protect your investment in both your animals and your property.
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How to correctly set up electric fencing
Build a hot electric fence—choose low-resistance wire, right energiser, solid earth, and skip the setup mistakes that drain power!
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How to safely install electric fencing for horses
Keep horses calm—discover safe fence layout, visible tape, solid earth, and Styx battens one person installs quickly with no fuss.
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Apr 11, 2024
Which fence batten is best?
Wood, plastic, insultimber or wire? Compare fence battens on strength, safety, cost and see why Styx plastic batten tops them all.
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Rivers, flood & slip area fencing
Stop slips washing fences away—see how Styx plastic battens flex across rivers and slopes to keep stock secure in wild weather now.
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Sep 10, 2021
Wooden battens vs. plastic battens
Wooden battens warp and rust. See how recycled-plastic Styx battens slash install time and outlast timber in hard weather NZ-wide.
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