Drones

A research study has explored the interaction between drones and livestock when conducting health and welfare assessments.  Photo courtesy DPIRD.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Drones show promise for monitoring animal welfare

Research in WA has revealed drones could be a good option for monitoring livestock and welfare.

15 April 2024

 A survey from CASA is seeking input from drone users, especially those involved in farm work. Picture Mark Saunders.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Drone operator feedback required for survey

CASA seeking input for beyond visual line of sight drone work

03 November 2023

 Ticket to fly:  Adam Hart, Aerial Ag Australia, Stewarton, Victoria, is able to apply chemicals and other products like bait and fertiliser from his DJI T40 drone.  Photos:  Mark Saunders.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Drone spreading business takes off in north-east Victoria

Case study: Aerial Ag Australia, Stewarton, Victoria

23 August 2023

 Drones will be used to help control weeds in central and western New South Wales. Image courtesy NSW DPI.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Drone deployment to help battle weeds in New South Wales

Drones set to help monitor and control weeds in NSW

05 December 2022

 The DJI Mini 3 Pro is pocket-sized and full-featured. Photo Ben White.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

DJI Mini 3 Pro is a real performer

Pocket-sized drone is impressive

29 July 2022

CASA-approved drone safety apps are an essential tool for drone owners and operators. Image by Macey Hill
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

New CASA-verified drone app released

CASA app launched to improve drone safety and performance.

27 May 2022

  The Mavic 3 from DJI has not one but two cameras and an impressive 46 minute flight time
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

DJI Mavic 3 raises the flight time bar

New Mavic has a 46 minute flight time on a single battery charge

25 November 2021

 DPIRD in WA is targeting skeleton weed this summer. Image courtesy DPIRD.
CROPPING

WA fires up skeleton weed program

DPIRD tackles skeleton weed with large-scale surveillance

21 November 2021

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