Autumn tactics

With a tough period behind them, West Gippsland dairy farmers are keen to start working towards better times ahead.

Making the most of this autumn will be crucial for setting up 2017/18 as the most productive and profitable year possible.

With that in mind, GippsDairy and Dairy Australia have organized a series of Tactics Farm Days focused specifically on autumn management.

Some of the topics to be covered will include: Autumn tactics of the host farm; autumn feed planning; pasture renewal: methods, varieties and pest/weed management; discussion of soil test results and fertiliser options; transition cow management – practical application; tax planning, managing creditors and government support options; and looking after yourself and your people

The West Gippsland event will be held at Mark and Trish Hammond’s Labertouche farm at 1015 Labertouche North Rd on Wednesday, March 15 from 11am to 2pm.

Keynote speakers at the Labertouche day will be Dr Steve Little from Capacity+ Ag Consulting and Murray Goulburn agronomist Damian Adcock.

GippsDairy regional extension officer Karen Romano urged farmers to come along to the Autumn Tactics days.

“This autumn is seen as critical for helping farmers bounce back and prepare for next year, so these days will be a great investment of time for those who attend,” she said.

Lunch will be provided. To register contact GippsDairy on 5624 3900 or info@gippsdairy.com.au For more details contact Karen at GippsDairy on 0417 524 916 or karen@gippsdairy.com.au