Bull buying season is underway, so now's the time to refine your breeding objectives and make the best decisions for your farm business.
Whether you’re running a traditional beef herd or putting beef bulls over your dairy cows, this workshop will give you the tools to make smarter, more profitable breeding decisions.
Light lunch/BBQ from 12.30pm onwards.
Speakers
- Hear from farmer host John Fitzgerald on his approach to breeding cattle on his property, and their recent transition to using wearable technology on the hill.
- Learn practical skills with expert Jo Scott – she will share information designed to help you confidently assess genetic merit using eBVs, indexes, and physical traits.
Topics
In this workshop you’ll learn:
- How to set a clear breeding objective that fits your farming system.
- What to look for in a breeder that aligns with those goals.
- How to use genetic information to assess sale bulls.
- Using wearable technology on hill country.
Registration
Registration essential – numbers are limited.