MERINOS – REALISING PERFORMANCE POTENTIAL
The AWI developed & funded RPP workshop is designed for wool producers aiming to lift lifetime performance from their Merino ewes. RPP identifies key practical actions for commercial enterprises to implement on farm to achieve this performance aim. RPP assists the commercial self-replacing Merino production sector in recognising & placing appropriate importance on the total lifetime productivity potential & value of their Merino ewes (fleece, meat & surplus stock) & aims to achieve a minimum weaning rate of 95% from Merino joinings. RPP is designed to complement the AWI-funded Lifetime Ewe Management (LTEM) Program & provide pathways into other AWI supported training opportunities.
THE 5 KEY THEMES OF RPP
1. Understand ewe lifetime performance – passengers vs. performers
2. Lift ewe performance as a National Priority
3. Three key performance practices: – scan – condition score – wet/dry at marking
4. Turning potential to profit – lamb & wean well.
5. Strategies for success – management calendar
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT RPP
• single day workshop (9:00am – 2:30pm)
• conducted through AWI’s State Grower Networks
• 15 – 25 participants per workshop
• fully catered • $75 per person
• delivered by an accredited deliverers
ATTENDEES RECEIVE
• full set of workshop notes
• ewe management calendar
• checklist for use in their own operation
• information on pathways for future learning
WHEN & WHERE
Workshops are run on a demand basis through AWI’s State Grower Networks across Australia. To see upcoming workshops in your region, go to: www.sheepconnectnsw.com.au or register your interest with Lexi Cesnik on 0431 565 731 or email lexi@mosesandson.com.au