Nutrition EDGE

Nutrition EDGE is a three-day workshop covering all aspects of ruminant nutrition.

Participants will be able to make better decisions to achieve their herd performance targets through improved breeder fertility, weight gains, reduced mortality, optimal use of supplements and overall management.

What do other producers think of Nutrition EDGE?

Attending this workshop will help you to:

better understand how the nutritional requirements vary between different classes of cattle and sheep
learn practical ways to assess the feed value of plants and potential animal production
know how to select the right type of supplement
understand a feed label to ensure your livestock receive the nutrients they require
implement more cost-effective supplementary and drought feeding programs
implement well-planned management decisions in response to changes in seasonal conditions
how you can develop a nutritional strategy that benefits your bottom line.

What this workshop covers:

digestion and nutrients
pasture intake, quality and diet quality
pasture growth, intake and forage budgeting
calculating a forage budget
mineral nutrition
diagnosing deficiencies
supplementation and other tools
supplement groups
reading a label
practical nutrition management defining production targets.

Whilst not a pre-requisite, Nutrition EDGE is a perfect next step from MLA's BredWell FedWell workshop.

Producer testimonials

“Possibly the best few days I have had in some time in opportune change for business!”

“It is great for learning about investing in feed programs and what is cost beneficial and not.”

“Our expectations are driven by productivity, so any skills/knowledge gained will be invested into the business.”

“Best practical course I have attended.”

“I found it very beneficial in regard to being able to better spend money on correct lick.”