An interactive map is being established to help livestock producers better prepare for drought.

Satellite technology has been used to map groundcover as part of a trial in the New South Wales Riverina.

It will be used to help landholders make informed decisions about stocking.

Rural reported Dusty Fitzpatrick caught up with Southern New South Wales Innovation Hub director Cindy Cassidy to hear more about how it could help users during dry times.

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