Murdoch University research engineer Venkata Pamarla, left, demonstrates the microwave system for environmental engineer Manikiran Kaur Virk.
A HAND-HELD microwave-based technology that can non-invasively measure fat depth on live cattle and sheep as well as carcases is being developed for several other key traits.
The system could be available for broader commercial use by late next year after further road-testing in beef and lamb supply chains.
The system’s device is being trialled by Murdoch University researchers within the Commonwealth-funded ALMTech project (www.almtechau.com) to…
