An award-winning trough sensor is providing farmers with both immediate alerts and historical insight into their water usage.

The Water Rat is a floating device helping monitor troughs and tanks 24/7.

It's taken out gold at this year's Good Design Awards.

Rural editor Sophie Clarke caught up with creator Nick Seymour to hear more about the product and how it's helping livestock owners keep track of critical information.

An award-winning trough sensor is providing farmers with both immediate alerts and historical insight into their water usage.
The Water Rat is a floating device helping monitor troughs and tanks 24/7.
It's taken out gold at this year's Good Design Awards.
Rural editor Sophie Clarke caught up with creator Nick Seymour to hear more about the product and how it's helping livestock owners keep track of critical information.

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The Rural News is market leader, dealing exclusively with stories of interest to the farming sector and has the support of Australia&rsquo;s largest media business and international correspondents.