PRACTICAL tips and tools for producing goats will be in focus at Meat and Livestock Australia’s inaugural National Goat Roadshow later this month.
The roadshow will kick off with two free producer workshops in Queensland at Barcaldine on November 8 and Charleville on November 9. The one-day workshops run from 9.30am to 2.30pm.
Industry experts MLA technical officer Geoff Niethe and MLA project manager Julie Petty will feature along with a panel of industry stakeholders including local producers, goat processor Western Meat Exporters, the Queensland Department of Agriculture, and more.
Ms Petty said the roadshow would focus on improving on-farm practices and business management skills, as well as profiling the range of new resources and tools produced by MLA.
“We will also delve into the practical details of managing goats during the industry expert panel session, discussing animal health, biosecurity, selection of bucks, profitability and more,” Ms Petty said.
“Providing goatmeat producers with the latest best practice information to help boost on-farm productivity and profitability is vital for the industry to help grow supply and secure its future.”
The Australian goatmeat industry in 2017 was estimated to be worth more than $257 million and continues to steadily rise on the back of the export market.
Australian goatmeat production reached 31,414 tonnes carcase weight In 2017, with 90 per cent going to export. The US remains the key market for boxed goatmeat, accounting for 66pc of exports.
The roadshow will further complement MLA’s suite of extension resources for goatmeat producers, which includes a new series of 10 best practice videos released this year.
CLICK HERE or telephone 08 8332 3277 to register for the roadshow.
