Dry times stocktake
About this episode
In this episode, Georgie Oakes discusses the importance of conducting a stocktake on cattle and pastures as the dry season approaches.
The season has turned dry, now is the time for producers to take a hard look at where things are really at. In this episode of the Productive Producer Podcast, Georgie Oakes joins us again to talk through the importance of doing a stock take on both cattle and pastures before winter pressure builds. We discuss why early assessment matters, and how timely decisions can protect both livestock performance and pasture persistence. We cover: why it is worth taking stock of feed availability and pasture condition now the value of preg testing and mouthing cattle to guide management and marketing decisions critically assessing stock and making early calls before options narrow pasture management considerations as feed tightens how and why to select a sacrifice paddock practical steps to help protect the long term productivity of your pastures This is a practical seasonal discussion focused on staying proactive, protecting your feed base and making sound management decisions early. Contacts: Max Newsome– for livestock advice– 0427 007 190 Georgie Oakes - for agronomic advice - Local Land Services - 1300 795 299 Disclaimer The information contained in this publication is based on…
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