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New possibilities in agriculture for drones

Drones are opening up new possibilities for monitoring, managing and working across grazing properties, from mapping and monitoring to mustering, stock management, seeding and spraying.

The day at Glenalpine will include demonstrations and discussion, delivered by TravEarth and SkyKelpie as well as as a hands-on session.

📅 Tuesday, 22 September, 2026

🕑 9am – 4pm

📍Glenalpine Station, Collinsville

On the agenda

  • Monitoring and mapping.
  • Aerial mustering and stock management.
  • Thermal imaging to help locate livestock.
  • Seeding and spraying.
  • Fire management applications.
  • Practical drone demonstrations.
  • Emerging drone technology and on-farm applications.

Keep an eye on our Facebook page and newsletter Prime Cuts for the full program, venue details and registration information.

Contact details

If you would like further information, please get in touch with NQ Dry Tropics Project Engagement Facilitator Ashleigh Kilgannon on 0488 440 643 or ashleigh.kilgannon@nqdrytropics.com.au.

Drone musterer Lyle Gillham, left, shows graziers Zoe O’Neill, Owenee Station, and Dan Lyons, Niall Station.

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