The document discusses a project called PPMS that uses satellite data to help cattle producers in Australia better manage their pastures and livestock. It provides three key points: 1) PPMS has been tested on 5 stations between 2013-2016, collecting data on pasture growth and cattle weights to help producers with supplementation timing and forecasting. 2) One station, Glenflorrie Station, is used as a case study where NDVI and livestock weight data from 2014 show correlations between pasture growth and average herd weights. 3) Producers can benefit from using this system to maximize kilograms of beef sold, improve timing of supplementation, and allow better budgeting and logistical management.

1. PPMS: Cattle and pasture production
Sally Leigo, David Phelps & Tim Driver
without the sweat!
@PPMT_project

2. Acknowledgement of co-authors
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David
Phelps
Tim Driver

3. Aim of Research & Development
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4. Commercialisation
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Minimal
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PPMS tested on 5 stations 2013 - 2016

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Glenflorrie Station

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NDVI Data for pasture production
7 Jan 2015 13 May 2015

10. NDVI for pasture production – May 2015
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11. Glenflorrie Station Data Output 2014
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Glenflorrie Station – Susan’s paddock

13. Glenflorrie Station Data Output 2014
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Rainfall NDVI Average Herd Liveweight(Kg)

15. Benefits for Businesses
• Maximise Kgs of Beef
sold
• Timing of
Supplementation
• Forecasting for
budgeting & logistical
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Keep up to date via:
Email: sally.leigo@nt.gov.au
Phone: +61 467 770 661

17. Thanks to CRC-REP Partners
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