Poultry Netting and Fencing

What Is Poultry Netting?

Poultry netting is a specialized mesh barrier designed to contain chickens, ducks, geese, and other birds while protecting them from predators. This essential fencing product creates a secure enclosure for your flock, allowing them to forage safely in gardens, pastures, and backyard settings. Unlike traditional chicken wire, modern poultry netting is manufactured from durable, UV-resistant polyethylene materials that withstand harsh weather conditions while providing reliable protection for years.

Benefits of Using Poultry Netting

Predator Protection

Keep your flock safe from foxes, hawks, raccoons, and other predators with secure mesh barriers.

Superior Ventilation

Mesh design provides excellent airflow while maintaining security for healthy birds.

UV Resistant

Durable polyethylene construction withstands sun exposure without degrading.

Easy Installation

Lightweight yet durable construction makes setup quick and repositioning simple.

Chicken Wire vs. Poultry Netting

While chicken wire and poultry netting serve similar purposes, they differ significantly in construction and performance. Understanding these differences helps you choose the right fence for your chicken coop.

Traditional Chicken Wire

  • Galvanized metal wire with hexagonal mesh
  • Heavier and more rigid construction
  • Susceptible to rust over time
  • Permanent installations only
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Poultry Netting

  • Flexible plastic or polyethylene materials
  • Lightweight and easy to handle
  • Rust-resistant and weather-proof
  • Portable for rotational grazing

Choose Your Poultry Netting

Select the right product for your farm or backyard based on your specific needs and predator threats.

Backyard & Garden

Light-Duty Poultry Netting

Ideal for containing chickens, hens, and other domestic birds in low-risk environments. This economical product features knot construction with mesh openings sized to prevent birds from escaping while allowing adequate airflow. Perfect for temporary enclosures, garden protection, and backyard coops where predator pressure is minimal.

  • Easy to install and relocate
  • Budget-friendly option
  • Great for seasonal use
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Maximum Protection

Heavy-Duty Poultry Fence

Provides maximum protection for valuable flocks in areas with significant predator activity. Manufactured with reinforced materials and stronger mesh construction, this premium netting withstands animal pressure and environmental stress. Essential for chicken coops, duck pens, and goose enclosures in rural farm settings.

  • Reinforced construction
  • Smaller mesh openings
  • Superior predator defense
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Can Predators Get Through Poultry Netting?

The effectiveness of poultry netting against predators depends on mesh size, material strength, and proper installation. Light-duty netting deters casual threats but may not stop determined predators from accessing your birds.

Heavy-duty fence with small mesh openings provides better defense against animals trying to chew through or push past the barrier. For complete predator protection, many farmers combine poultry netting with electric fence systems or install netting with reinforced hardware cloth at ground level to keep your flock safe from digging predators.

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Electric Poultry Netting

Electric poultry netting combines the containment benefits of traditional netting with electric fence technology for superior predator defense. This fence and netting solution delivers a safe but effective shock that deters predators while keeping birds contained within your pasture.

Electric netting is particularly valuable for pasture-raised poultry operations where birds need protection while grazing on grass. Choose an appropriately sized energizer based on your fence length and power supply options to ensure optimal performance and protect your flock effectively.

How Long Does Chicken Netting Last?

Quality poultry netting made from UV-resistant polyethylene can last 5-10 years with proper care. Factors affecting lifespan include sun exposure, tension on the mesh, and contact with animals or equipment.

To extend netting life, install with appropriate support posts, avoid excessive stretching, and inspect regularly for damage. Store unused netting away from direct sunlight. Heavy-duty products generally offer longer service life than light-duty alternatives.

Choosing the Right Mesh Size

Selecting the proper mesh opening size is crucial for effective poultry containment and protection. Smaller mesh sizes (around 1 inch) prevent chicks and small birds from escaping while blocking predator access to your flock.

Larger openings work for mature chickens but may allow young birds or small predators through the net. Consider your flock composition and local predator threats when choosing mesh size.

How to Set Up Poultry Netting

Proper installation ensures your poultry netting performs effectively to protect your flock. Follow these steps for best results:

1

Plan Your Layout

Map out your enclosure and secure corner posts firmly in the ground.

2

Maintain Tension

Keep adequate tension across the net to prevent sagging that birds might exploit.

3

Secure the Bottom

Bury the edge or use ground stakes to prevent predators from pushing underneath.

4

Add Support Posts

Use intermediate support posts for tall installations to keep the fence upright.

5

Attach Securely

Use ring clips or cable ties to attach netting securely to posts and frames.

6

Inspect Regularly

Check for damage and ensure all connections remain secure for lasting security.

Common Uses for Poultry Netting

Poultry netting serves diverse applications beyond basic chicken containment. Farmers use it to protect garden vegetables from bird damage, create temporary pasture rotations, and establish breeding pens for specific birds.

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Chicken Coops

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Duck Ponds

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Goose Enclosures

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Garden Protection

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Game Birds

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Pasture Rotation

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Breeding Pens

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Backyard Flocks

What Materials Are Best for Poultry Netting?

The best poultry netting products use high-quality materials that provide lasting performance. UV-resistant polyethylene construction prevents degradation from sun exposure, while proper knot or weld construction ensures the mesh maintains its shape under tension.

UV-Resistant Polyethylene Reinforced Edges Knot Construction Weather Resistant

Order Poultry Netting from US Netting

US Netting supplies high-quality poultry netting products for farms, homesteads, and backyard flocks across the country. Our selection includes light-duty options for economical bird containment and heavy-duty poultry fence for maximum predator protection. We manufacture and ship netting using durable materials designed to keep your flock safe season after season.

Contact our team for expert guidance on selecting the right poultry net for your application.