Workshops to focus on beef farming

Upcoming drought workshops in Mathoura and Tocumwal will focus on beef farming in the region.

The workshops, organised by Murray Local Land Services, will tackle topics such as decision making, livestock nutrition and animal health.

Agriculture team leader Tom McIntosh said the workshops, running next week, were being held in response to demand from customers.

‘‘It’s still very dry across our region, and with summer coming up, we felt it was important to give producers the opportunity to hear experts providing advice and strategies to help get them through,’’ he said.

‘‘While the workshops have had a general focus on stock, the Mathoura and Tocumwal workshops will concentrate on the beef producers of those areas.’’

Similar events have been held in Wakool, Coreen, Moulamein, Deniliquin, Jerilderie, Walbundrie, Holbrook and Tooma over the past six weeks.

‘‘I would encourage all beef producers in these areas to take the time to come along to what will be some very valuable workshops,’’ Mr McIntosh said.

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Other topics such as early weaning, marketing, wellbeing and financial support will also be covered.

Advice will be shared by veterinarians and agricultural experts from MLLS, alongside well-known livestock nutrition specialist Professor Ian Lean. Date: Wednesday 14 November Time: 8.30am to 1.00pm Location: Mathoura Bowling Club, 1-9 Moama St. Date: Thursday 15 November Time: 8.30am to 1.00pm Location: Kingswood Motel, 22-26 Kelly St, Tocumwal.

Lunch will be provided free-of-charge at both events. RSVP is essential by 5.00pm on November 12 to 0447 440 375 or admin.murray@lls.nsw.gov.au.

The Mathoura workshop is supported by the Apiam Animal Health, Deniliquin Veterinary Clinic and Deniliquin Beef Group. The Tocumwal event is supported by Berrigan Shire, Apiam Animal Health and Finley Veterinary Clinic.