Key dates to upskill and connect
07 March 2022
A round-up of upcoming opportunities to add value to your offering as a consultant and connect with fellow advisors.
- PGS Train the Trainer
- PGS coaching fundamentals: Coaching vs Training
- JOIN THE WAITLIST: Gra$$ to Dollars - train the trainer
- ParaBoss Webinar: Controlling bush ticks and theileriosis in Australian cattleRequest for tender – Replacement of vacuum pack inserts
- Livestock Genetics Forum 2022
PGS Train the Trainer
During March, Profitable Grazing Systems (PGS) will be offering development opportunities for livestock advisors looking to upskill in coaching skills and deliver new PGS supported learning packages.
The PGS training series will run online over three sessions and will include a ‘Coaching Skills Fundamentals’ session as well as two ‘Train the Trainer’ sessions for newly released packages. Spaces are limited, sign up now to avoid disappointment.
Phosphorus for profit - train the trainer
Date: Tuesday 22 March 2022
Time: 9.00am-12.00pm AEST
Cost: Free
Register here (Zoom link provided on registration)
Phosphorus for profit covers the latest research findings on phosphorus supplementation for cattle. It contains a practical training and coaching road map to help improve producer knowledge, skills and confidence when it comes to developing and implementing a targeted phosphorus management program.
This workshop will be delivered by Désirée Jackson, from Désirée Jackson Livestock Management.
For more information contact Katelyn Lubcke klubcke@mla.com.au
PGS coaching fundamentals: Coaching vs Training
Date: Monday 21 March 2022
Time: 9.00am-12pm AEST
Cost: Free
Register here (Zoom link provided on registration)
Join the Profitable Grazing Systems team to unpack the fundamentals of PGS, differentiate between coaching and training and get the best delivery tips to make the biggest impact on your clients.
For more information contact Katelyn Lubcke klubcke@mla.com.au
JOIN THE WAITLIST: Gra$$ to Dollars - train the trainer
Date: Thursday 10 March 2022
Time: 9.00am-12pm AEST
Cost: Free
Join the waitlist here (Zoom link provided on registration)
Gra$$ to Dollars is based on the highly successful Prograze® course, but with more emphasis on putting these principles into practice on-farm using the MLA-supported learning concept. This workshop will be delivered by Tim Prance, from T Prance Rural Consulting.
The delivery of this package will support producers in upskilling in the following areas: pasture assessment, condition scoring livestock, pasture grazing management, optimising pasture utilisation.
For more information contact Katelyn Lubcke klubcke@mla.com.au
ParaBoss Webinar: Controlling bush ticks and theileriosis in Australian cattle
Date: Tuesday 15 March 2022
Time: 1:00pm-2pm AEST
Cost: Free
Register here
Since 2006, a deadly cattle disease called theileriosis has swept through Australian herds, spread by bush ticks and causing serious productivity losses for producers.
Join us for our first ParaBoss webinar as we explore the topic of controlling bush ticks and theileriosis in Australian cattle. We will be joined by ParaBoss Technical Lead and renowned parasitologist Dr Matt Playford, who will take you on a guided tour of the life cycle of the bush tick as well as known risk factors, epidemiology, economics, animal health impacts along with diagnostics and control options for bush ticks Haemaphysalis longicornis and theileriosis which is a deadly disease of cattle caused by Theileria orientalis.
Livestock Genetics Forum 2022
Date: 5th April 1:00pm - 6th April 2022 1:00pm
Venue: Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide
Cost: Free
Register here
The Livestock Genetics Forum is back in 2022 for the first time since the inaugural event in 2018. The program is targeted at beef and sheep producers and service providers and is designed to encourage attendees to see genetics and the associated tools and technologies as a part of the solution to the challenges they face in their businesses. The agenda for the day is now available and covers topics from genetic selection for climate change and meeting market specifications to breeding program design and a preview of the new BredWell FedWell, as well as updating attendees on the latest research and genetic technologies. Register now!
