Feral Pig Trapping Technology

Summary

About the Technology

The ‘Boar Buster’ feral pig trapping system is a mobile, innovative trapping system designed to be operated remotely via a smart phone. The Boar Buster is manufactured in the USA and sold through an international network of supply agents. Several successful trials and deployments of the system have been undertaken in Australia.

The Technology Provider

BoarBuster is a USA-based company. There are no BoarBuster dealers or distribution networks in Australia and the company exports their trap systems directly to Australian buyers.
Guardian Knight Pest Control, in Bundaberg, Queensland, owns and operates a BoarBuster system in the local region.

Overview
This case study provides an overview of findings from the technology trials including:

  • What the technology delivers
  • What is required from the farmer
  • How the technnology works
  • Current and potential applications of the technology
  • Cost/benefit analysis
  • Grower feedback
  • Additional considerations that should be taken into account when deciding whether to utilise the technology

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Presentation of this case study is for information purposes only. It does not constitute a commercial endorsement by the stakeholders of the Bundaberg Agtech Hub.

Trials conducted by Hinkler AgTech Initiative

The CQUniversity Hinkler AgTech Initiative was funded through the Hinkler Regional Deal. The Hinkler Regional Deal is a collaboration between the Australian Government, Bundaberg Regional Council and Fraser Coast Regional Council.

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