This subject aims to inspire students to be innovative and adaptive in meeting industry and consumer demands to enhance or improve meat production. Students will gain knowledge in technological solutions and troubleshooting strategies. Students will investigate: · genetic improvement technologies · scanning to determine physiological status and whole body composition · monitoring and managing pastures and cattle, data collection for pasture modelling, herd modelling, mapping, software which supports feed and stocktake management. · remote monitoring and management using connectivity and the Internet of things · emerging developments and innovation in meat production

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TV5400 - Technology in Beef Production

Technology in Beef Production

Identify and evaluate technological products and processes which enhance or improve meat production

Apply data visualization and tools such as remote sensing and emerging technologies to inform and communicate management decisions about feed resources, animal production, health and welfare

Understand the current and emerging types of technological innovations available