Cattle paths and need for permanent lanes are reduced. Size and shape of grazing paddocks can be more flexible and efficient. Fertility from manure and urine is distributed around pastures. Mud holes and a need for concrete or rock around waterers are eliminated.
Cost is less than with hydrants and permanent waterers.
Soluble trace minerals and medication can be delivered through the water. Cool water reduces the need for shade in every paddock. Herd performance improves. McIntire says adding quick couplers is easy before the pipe is covered. The couplers function like a hydraulic coupler on a tractor, automatically allowing water flow when plugged in and shutting it off when unplugged.