3727 research projects
Research project
Remote Operations - Shadow Robots
Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC)
A shadow robot is able to precisely mimic human actions, meaning it is ideally suited to tasks where human dexterity or skill is required, but where it is better, often for safety reasons, if a person does not have to perform the task directly. AMPC as part of this research...
18 Mar 2021 - 24 May 2021
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
Bovine IMF Measurement Production Prototype (Stage 1)
Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC)
Development of a Bovine IMF measurement product
23 Apr 2021 - 28 Jun 2021
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
Primal Proof of Load RFID On-Site (Stage 2) Trials - Improved Traceability and Quality Control for Meat Products
Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC)
Radio frequency identification (RFID) technology provides the opportunity to accurately track and monitor individual sheep and cattle from farm to abattoir. The ability to monitor individual animal performance provides opportunities to identify groups of animals that have similar traits and then apply better management strategies to deal with those similarities....
8 Feb 2021 - 29 Jun 2021
New South Wales, Australia
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Technical and economic feasibility of water recycling and energy recovery for red meat processing operations in abattoirs
Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC)
This project will conduct a technical and economic feasibility study to identify technologies capable of water recycling while simultaneously recovering energy from meat processing waste streams.
1 Oct 2018 - 1 Apr 2021
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
Megasonic demulsification of oil and grease from meat processing wastewater
Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC)
AMPC is focussed on reducing water consumption, recycling wherever possible, and considering new sources of water where they are available, while continuing to ensure high levels of food safety and hygiene. This project will examine the application of novel, megasonic sound wave technology for the recovery of low grade oil...
30 Sep 2019 - 29 Jun 2021
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
Employee Retention for the Meat Industry
Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC)
The aim of this project is to develop data-driven solutions which improve employee retention at six months in meat industry workers through best practice models addressing current industry challenges.
6 Jun 2019 - 9 Jun 2021
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
US Pilot for pallet labels as an alternate system of shipping mark
Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC)
The aim of this project is to provide data to support and assist in the acceptance by the Serial Shipping Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) of the use of Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC) pallet labels as an alternative to applying a shipping mark to each and every carton...
12 Jun 2019 - 29 Jun 2021
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
Enhancing the profitability and productivity of livestock farming through virtual herding technology
Dairy Australia
This project aims to evaluate the on-farm application of virtual fencing and herding technology, demonstrate its implementation and extend its benefits across the major Australian livestock industries of dairy cattle, beef cattle, sheep and pork. Specifically, the project will develop an understanding of the learning, management and ethical challenges associated...
1 Jul 2016 - 31 Dec 2022
Victoria, Australia
Research project
More Profit from Nitrogen:Enhancing the Nutrient use efficiency of intensive cropping and pasture systems
Dairy Australia
This project aimed to improve the nitrogen use efficiency in the irrigated cotton, dairy, cherry, mango and sugar industries, by helping farmers and growers gain a better understanding of the factors that influence nitrogen cycling, and improve their confidence to adopt management practices tailored to their specific crop or pasture...
1 Jul 2016 - 30 Jan 2021
Victoria, Australia
Research project
Our Farm, Our Plan
Dairy Australia
Our Farm, Our Plan is a new program that addresses strategic planning, risk and resilience. Supported by an extension program that is delivered in all dairy regions of Australia, the program includes one-on-one support for farmers over 24 months.
1 Jul 2020 - 30 Jun 2023
Victoria, Australia