Expressions of Interest (EOI) - Driverless Feed Truck

⁠⁠⁠Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) in consultation with the Australian Lot Feeders’ Association (ALFA) is seeking Expressions of Interest from organisations with the capability to develop and commission a driverless truck for cattle feeding.

The Australian feedlot industry has a history of adopting leading-edge technologies that will improve operating efficiency, cattle performance and feedlot profitability. Interest in automation within the feedlot industry is increasing. MLA has recently commercialised the ‘DeliverEase’ system through Brisbane based robotics and engineering company Manabotix. The DeliverEase system enables accurate and even discharge of feed into cattle feed bunks. A feed truck driver is however required to steer and negotiate hazards during the delivery route. The next step to fully automate the cattle feeding process is to implement driverless trucks. Aligned with the Red Meat (2030) strategic initiative of embracing automation and Ag Tech the feedlot industry wishes to continue to explore potential opportunities in this field.

Access the MLA Preliminary application templates (Grain-Fed, Live Export & Goats).
MLA applications must be lodged electronically as Word document to: applications@mla.com.au

Stage 1 MLA Preliminary Applications must be received by 5pm Queensland time, Friday 28th of February, 2020.

Strict adherence to the time deadline for applications will occur. Applications received past the deadline will not be assessed. Applications not received in the standard MLA application template will not be assessed.

For further information:
Dr. Joseph McMeniham
Feedlot Project Manager
Research,Development and Adaption
Meat & Livestock Australia
Phone: 0447 264 341