
MANAGEMENT

LIVESTOCK
Production and profit improvements.
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Our livestock service focuses on improvements in both production and profitability for red meat (sheep and cattle) and wool.
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Farmanco consultants in regional locations bring the latest research and practices to your farm. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and commitment, providing balanced and unbiased advice.
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This means substantial direct benefits to you and your farming outcomes.
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GOALS - breeding objectives established; detailed production plans created.
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GENETICS - ram selection and genetic improvements.
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BIG DATA - outsourced data management and analysis.
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BIOSECURITY - the creation of detailed biosecurity plans*, including processes and procedures. (*Mandatory for all LPA accredited producers from 1st October 2017).
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CONDITION SCORING - conducted by us; analysed with management option provided.
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PRODUCTION - general best-practice principles and operational management advice.
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FEED - feed budgeting, FOO measurements, ration composition.
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PASTURE - composition status, management, improvement, agronomy, paddock allocation, rotations.
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CARCASS TRAILS - carcass composition analysis from the processor feedback; results used in the production plan.
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ECONOMICS - the cost of production calculations/analysis.
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TRIALS AND RESEARCH - conducted on-farm, tailored to your production goals, with scientific outcomes.
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EQUIPMENT - analysed according to your budget and goals with tailored recommendations provided.
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TECHNOLOGY - up to date and assistance with adoption of new technology.
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INDUSTRY LITERATURE - access to Farmanco-written livestock articles.