B+LNZ FeedSmart Workshop

Event category
Workshop
cattle feed trough

Maximising your feed supply as feed demand peaks

At this workshop, learn how to better manage feed supply and demand, increase feed utilisation and enhance the value of the feed consumed. Learn how to assess quality of feed, estimate metabolisable energy and take home some key resources in a supplied toolkit.

Facilitated by Sam Stevens.

Topics

  • Factors that can affect pasture growth and pasture quality.
  • Measuring pasture quality and pasture mass.
  • Animal feed requirements.
  • Monitoring animal performance.
  • Matching feed supply with animal demand.
  • Tools for pasture and feed management.
  • Feed budgeting with a simple feed budget calculator. 

Agenda

  • 12.30pm: Lunch
  • 1-3pm: Workshop

Registration

Registration essential.