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Whatever you need drones to do, there are three ways to work with Iprosurv.
Livestock Monitoring & Farm Management
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A clearer view of your livestock,
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Drone monitoring offers a wider perspective of livestock locations, grazing conditions and the surrounding farm environment. |
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You cannot always see
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Where are the animals?
Locate visible cattle or sheep Are all animals accounted for?
Use aerial imagery to support livestock Are grazing conditions suitable?
Review pasture use, standing water, Is farm infrastructure secure?
Examine visible fences, gates, |
Drone Applications
Where can drones support
livestock and farm management?
The most useful applications combine
livestock observation with a wider
understanding of the land, grazing
areas and supporting infrastructure.
01 / LIVESTOCK LOCATION
Herd location and livestock counting
Identify visible cattle and sheep
across fields and extensive pasture.
Aerial imagery may help estimate
group numbers, locate separated
animals and direct subsequent checks.
Counts still require verification
where animals may be obscured
by vegetation, terrain or buildings.
02 / ANIMAL OBSERVATION
Behaviour and welfare observations
Observe visible animal movement,
grouping and behaviour from suitable
stand-off positions. Unusual observations
can prompt closer inspection by farm staff.
Drones cannot replace physical animal
welfare assessments or veterinary examination.
03 / GRAZING MANAGEMENT
Pasture condition and grazing distribution
Review how grazing land is being used,
identify heavily grazed areas and observe
visible pasture variation, poaching and
waterlogging. Repeat surveys can support
grazing plans and pasture management.
04 / FARM INFRASTRUCTURE
Fences, gates and water supply checks
Capture imagery of field boundaries,
fences, gateways, troughs and access
tracks. Potential damage, obstructions
or visible water-supply concerns
can be flagged for subsequent
physical inspection.
From Flight to Farm Decision
Observe the land.
Identify concerns.
Direct the response.
A useful livestock monitoring workflow
prioritises animal welfare, safe flying
and practical farm decisions.
01. Plan the observation
Establish the task and likely livestock
locations. Choose suitable aircraft,
sensors and a flight plan that avoids
disturbing animals and complies
with aviation requirements.
02. Capture useful imagery
Gather photographs or video from
appropriate distances, recording
visible livestock locations,
grazing conditions and
infrastructure concerns.
03. Review and act
Interpret observations alongside
farm records and local knowledge.
Direct staff to areas needing
physical checks, maintenance
or further investigation.
Technology in Action
Choosing the right camera
makes all the difference.
Different drone cameras provide
different information. The best
choice depends on the livestock,
terrain, field size and purpose
of the inspection.
RGB imaging:
Provides a clear aerial overview
of livestock, grazing areas
and farm infrastructure.
Optical zoom:
Helps inspect visible details
from appropriate distances,
reducing the need to approach
animals closely.
Thermal imaging:
Can reveal animals that contrast
thermally with their surroundings,
supporting location and counting
tasks in suitable conditions.
Mapping:
Creates useful records of
pasture conditions, field access
and infrastructure that
can be compared over time.
Combining the right sensor with
careful interpretation provides
useful information without
replacing essential ground checks.
Inspection Technology Explained
High-Resolution Photography
Observe visible animal locations,
field boundaries and general
pasture condition.
Observe visible animal locations,
field boundaries and general
pasture condition.
Optical Zoom Inspection
Examine visible details of livestock
groups, fences, gates and water
points from appropriate distances.
Examine visible details of livestock
groups, fences, gates and water
points from appropriate distances.
Thermal Imaging
Help locate temperature-contrasting
animals in suitable conditions,
recognising the limitations
of infrared imagery.
Help locate temperature-contrasting
animals in suitable conditions,
recognising the limitations
of infrared imagery.
Farm and Pasture Mapping
Record grazing areas, tracks,
field condition and infrastructure
for comparison over time.
Record grazing areas, tracks,
field condition and infrastructure
for comparison over time.
Why It Matters
A wider perspective can support
more efficient farm management.
Drones can complement traditional farm
visits and livestock checks, providing
additional information across large
or difficult-to-access grazing areas.
More Focused Ground Checks
An aerial overview can help farm
staff identify which fields or
locations require attention,
potentially reducing time spent
searching extensive grazing areas.
Improved Situational Awareness
Seeing livestock, field conditions
and infrastructure together provides
useful context for management decisions
and can help highlight unusual situations.
Better Farm Records
Dated imagery and mapped observations
can support maintenance planning,
grazing reviews and comparisons
of farm conditions over time.
Introducing Drone Technology
Livestock welfare must
always come before the flight.
Drone operations around livestock
require careful planning. Aircraft
noise, movement and proximity
can affect different animals
in different ways.
Animal welfare:
Maintain suitable stand-off distances,
avoid unnecessary disturbance and
discontinue flights if animals
show signs of distress.
Operational safety:
Account for wind, terrain, visibility
and flight restrictions. Large grazing
areas do not remove the need
for compliant drone operations.
Counting limitations:
Animals hidden by trees, buildings
or uneven terrain may not be visible.
Counts should be verified
where accuracy is important.
Professional judgement:
Observations should complement
established farm procedures.
Physical welfare checks and
veterinary assessment remain essential.
What should farmers consider?
What is the primary objective?
Animal location, counting,
grazing review, infrastructure
inspection or targeted observation?
How might the animals react?
Consider species, temperament,
breeding periods and sensitivity
to unfamiliar noise and movement.
Which sensor is useful?
RGB photography, optical zoom,
thermal imaging or
wider field mapping?
How will findings be verified?
Identify who will investigate
concerns and reconcile
aerial observations
with livestock records.
What is the practical outcome?
Establish how aerial information
will support a specific management
task rather than simply
collecting images.
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See more of your farm.
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Whether you are a farmer, estate manager |
How can we help?
We do it for you
Our pilots carry out the survey or inspection and deliver the data and reports you need.
We show you how
Accredited courses that give you and your team the skills to fly safely and legally.
You do it yourself
The drones, sensors and software to run your own operations, with expert advice.
Not sure what you need?
Tell us what you are trying to achieve and we will recommend the right service, training or equipment.