Applying new image recognition techniques for automatic detection and spraying of Harrisia cactus (Old ID 26461)
Role
Principal Investigator
Description
harrisia cactus is a significant rangeland weed in Queensland and bnorthern NSW. It competes against native species, inhibits stock accdess and endangers wildlife. JCU have developed image recognition software to identify Harrisia cactus in pasture; which has been deployed on a prototype robotic platform for selective spot spraying. This proect will see the development of a new spraying unit incorporating JCU's developed technology with a vehicle provided by Warrakirri Cropping. The unit will then be used to treat 500 ha of infested pasture at Warrakirri's "Willaroo" property. Its performance will be compared to traditional methods and showcased to local landholders.
Date
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Oct 2021
Project Type
GRANT
Keywords
weed control;Harrisia cactus (sp.);deep learning;Robotics
Funding Body
Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment
Amount
50000
Project Team
Ronald White;James Whinney;Brendan Calvert