Hosted by Bernard and Elizabeth Dwyer, 18 participants attended the intensive one-day workshop.

Facilitated by Dr Jason Trompf from JT Agri-Source, the day combined presentations as well as hands-on practical sessions, designed to equip producers with practical tools to optimize reproduction and profitability in their ewe flocks.

Some of the practical sessions producers got to try their hand at included condition scoring, feed budgeting, ram rankings and ram selection, with follow-up courses in these areas offered for those wishing to further develop skills in breeding and nutritional management.

A successful and positive day was capped off with a number of attendees indicating they’d like to participate in the Ewe Lifetime Management program going forward.

A joint initiative between Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) and Australian Wool Innovation (AWI), Bred Well Fed Well workshops aim to help commercial producers, stock agents and many others to advance their skills in ram selection using Australian Sheep Breeding Values (ASBVs).

The Alectown event was one of three held by Quality Wool in New South Wales last week, with workshops also taking place in Condobolin and Manildra.

The Adelaide-based company has a strong presence in the region, with a five-man team operating out of their Parkes wool store.

For more information contact Quality Wool & Livestock National Marketing Manager Alison Tierney on 08 8341 0000 or at atierney@qualitywool.com.