Applying new technologies to enhance biosecurity and cattle quality. (Old ID 23456)

CRC for Developing Northern Australia Scheme
Role

Chief Investigator

Description

The vast natural environment of Northern Australia feeds the cattle industry; however, biosecurity threats have negatively impacted this. Conventional management of such threats such as weeds are not suited to such broad, harsh landscapes. The project will use an Internet of Things network with low-cost environmental sensors, drone mapping and big data analytics to develop and test data-driven, strategic pest management programs - ultimately improving both cattle industry and natural assets.

Date

15 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2021

Project Type

GRANT

Keywords

Biosecurity;Cattle;Drones;Weeds;Technology;Internet Of Things

Funding Body

CRC for Developing Northern Australia Scheme

Amount

1084500

Project Team

Ronald White;Wei Xiang;Mohan Jacob;Karen Joyce;Stephanie Duce