Using Thermal Camera Drones in Beef Cattle Roundup

Authors

Justin Wyatt Clawson, Utah State UniversityFollow
Eric Galloway
Shalyn Drake, Utah State UniversityFollow
Shawn Barstow, Utah State UniversityFollow
Ross Israelsen
Michael Pate, Utah State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

3-18-2025

First Page

1

Last Page

9

Abstract

Using drones with thermal sensors can be an effective tool in finding and collecting livestock from summer mountain ranges in the West. Drones can complete searches in much less time than required on horseback in demonstrated areas. Using drones reduces the workload of the rider and horse, saving time and energy and reducing the risk of injury. With proper training and certification, livestock producers can use drones to locate cattle and perform many other cost-cutting operations.

Recommended Citation

Clawson, J., Galloway, E., Drake, S., Barstow, S., Israelsen, R., & Pate, M. (2025). Using thermal camera drones in beef cattle roundup [Fact sheet]. Utah State University Extension.