Stuart Fletcher is Revolutionizing Grazing in East Sussex with Monil
Using Monil’s virtual fencing system, Stuart has transformed traditional grazing into a smarter, more sustainable, and highly efficient operation.
The Challenge of Traditional Grazing
Managing livestock across multiple pastures is demanding. Fencing is labor-intensive, some terrain is difficult to fence, and monitoring herd movement can take hours each week.
For Stuart Fletcher, whose Sussex cattle provide grazing services to several landowners in East Sussex, these challenges called for a smarter, more efficient solution.
The solution: Monil Virtual Fencing
Monil’s GPS-enabled collars guide cattle using directional sound cues, with gentle electric pulses only when necessary, replacing the need for traditional fences. This allows Stuart to:
- Instantly create and adjust grazing zones from his phone
- Track herd movement and monitor health in real time
- Access previously ungrazed areas, optimizing land use and forage quality
- Reduce labour and infrastructure costs
With Monil, Stuart can manage his herd efficiently while prioritizing animal welfare.
The Results
The system doesn’t just make management easier, it also strengthens herd behavior. Stuart’s calves naturally learn from older cows, observing and mimicking their responses to the collars. This instinctive learning means:
- No separate training period for youngstock
- Smooth integration into virtual fencing zones
- Lower stress and faster adaptation for the entire herd
This reinforces herd cohesion and makes Monil’s system even more effective for multi-generational herds like Stuart’s.
Sustainability and Business Benefits
With Monil, Stuart can graze more land, reduce his environmental footprint, and focus on quality over quantity. Smarter land use means healthier cows, better meat, and a more resilient farm.
