CSIRO and Agersens are turning autonomous animal control into a reality.
Virtual fencing is an animal-friendly fencing system that enables livestock to be confined or moved without using fixed fences. CSIRO's patented virtual fencing technology uses coordinates, wireless technologies and sensors to control the location of livestock without the need for an actual fence.
CSIRO and Agersens' virtual fencing system is a world first
CSIRO and Agersens' virtual fencing system is a world first
There has been significant industry interest in virtual fencing systems because of recognised benefits such as:
CSIRO are world leaders in virtual fencing. Since commencing in this area in 2005, our R&D has led to highlights such as:
We work closely with our commercial partner, Agersens, on evaluating prototypes, optimising livestock behavioural responses, minimising welfare impacts and developing on-farm applications for the technology.
We have significant intellectual property available to further develop benefits of this technology for industry.
We continue to undertake significant national research looking at the safe and effective application in the beef, dairy and sheep industries, and how to further extend the environmental benefits such as improved weed management.
We partner with small and large companies, government and industry in Australia and around the world.