Which fencing system uses polytape or polywire and can protect up to 40 acres of vegetable and field crops under moderate deer pressure?

• A. Polytape fence
• B. Peanut butter fence
• C. Temporary electric fence
• D. Electric net fence

Answer: (A)

Polytape fencing is designed specifically for deer fencing using wide, high-visibility plastic tapes (polytape) or similar polywire, energized to provide a deterrent. This setup creates a clear visual barrier plus an electric cue that deer quickly learn to avoid, making it effective over large areas without the high cost of traditional woven-wire fences. It’s easy to install and expand around a perimeter, so it can protect a substantial tract—about 40 acres under moderate deer pressure—without needing a heavy, permanent structure. Configurations often involve one or more tapes at multiple heights with a grounding component, tuned to deterrence while remaining practical for vegetable and field crops. Other options either don’t emphasize polytape as the primary barrier, are intended for temporary or smaller enclosures, or aren’t as well suited for large-area protection, which is why the polytape fence is the best fit here.