Managing summer heat in feedlots

To prepare for the coming summer season the Australian Lot Feeders’ Association, in conjunction with Meat & Livestock Australia and Katestone, invite you to attend one of their ‘Managing summer heat’ workshops.

By the end of the workshop you will:

• be able to formulate your own Heat Load Action Plan
• be able to conduct a risk assessment using the Cattle Heat Load Toolbox
• be familiar with the concepts relevant to heat load management
• be able to develop your own daily heat load monitoring program with triggers and actions
• be competent in the use of the Cattle Heat Load Toolbox to anticipate heat load events including setting alerts and understanding the forecasts
• understand the basic equipment requirements in order to manage heat load effectively
• understand where to go for help and further information
• be familiar with the work activities that can be used to effectively manage heat load in feedlot cattle.

Cost:

• Australian Lot Feeders Association member $200
• Non-member $250

Early bird rates available for registration before Monday 11 August 2014.

For more information and to register visit the Australian Lot Feeders’ Association website.