Mike Landuyt is the President of Derby Fence and the driving force behind the company’s educational blog content. With more than 5 years of hands‑on experience in livestock containment and fencing, Mike has become an authority on designing solutions that ensure both animal safety and operational efficiency.

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HDPE Fence Maintenance Tips: A Complete Checklist

One of the biggest selling points of HDPE fencing is how little it asks of you after installation. No painting. No staining. No rust treatment. No annual board replacement. For farms, ranches, equine facilities, and livestock properties, that’s a meaningful advantage over traditional fencing materials that turn into recurring maintenance projects year after year. But…

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Fence Material Cost Comparison Chart

Choosing a fence material is not just a question of what costs less on installation day. For farms, ranches, equine facilities, and livestock properties, the better question is what the fence will cost to own, maintain, repair, and replace over time. A lower price per foot can look attractive at first. But if the material…

Horse safe HDPE round pen installation guide

Round Pen Size Calculator

Want to build a round pen? Getting the size wrong is one of the easiest ways to waste money before you even start building. Buy too many rails, and you’re sitting on unused material. Buy too few, and now you’re dealing with gaps, delays, and a setup that doesn’t function the way it should. It…

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How to Build a Round Pen: A Complete Guide

A round pen is one of the most practical investments you can make if you work with horses, cattle, or other livestock. It gives you control, improves safety, and creates a focused environment where animals can be trained, handled, or exercised without unnecessary stress. But building a round pen is a little more complicated than…