Abstract
Fencing is often used to prevent crop damage by wild animals. Commonly used fences are classifiable into two categories: simple-temporary and durable-fixed. Although durable fences are believed to be more effective than simple fences, they are frequently reported to be less effective than expected. The author used path analysis to determine which of a series of factors influenced effectiveness. Analyses showed that effects of fencing were influenced by incomplete maintenance and installation. These inadequacies can be alleviated through expert advice and group activity. These results suggest that more attention should be given to these human factors to increase the effectiveness of fences in reducing crop damage by wild animals.
