top of page

Search


Grass Tetany in Cattle & Sheep
Despite the urgency to transition animals to pasture based diets we need to consider the potential complications, in particular Grass Tetany
Eliza MacKereth
May 21, 20243 min read


Ketosis
It is important to understand the potential economical impact that ketosis may have on an enterprise to understand the value of prevention.
Eliza MacKereth
May 20, 20246 min read


Heat Stress: A reflection
Autumn is definitely here and the warm days are behind us but reflection is equally an important practice in agriculture & business.

Mikaela Baker
Apr 19, 20244 min read


Sulphur
Sulphur is a macro mineral necessary in the diets of many animals, in particular, ruminants.
Eliza looks at the roles & effects of Sulphur
Eliza MacKereth
Mar 21, 20244 min read


TRAC Recommended Read
For those in the dairy production industry we think this article is well worth a read...

Molly Kuchel
Mar 18, 20242 min read


TRAC Recommended Read: Understanding Silage Testing & Analysis
The team at Forage Lab Australia share with us their recommendations for testing silage this year as well as what we learned from last year.

Mikaela Baker
Nov 27, 20238 min read


A Better Understanding of Antimicrobial Resistance
Being aware of antibiotic use on farms improves decision making & training of employees. Building the right foundation is critical.

Mikaela Baker
Oct 12, 20236 min read


Are you consistently seeing high cell counts in your herd?
Let's understand what a consistently high Bulk Milk Cell Count means to your dairy cows, plus a checklist on reducing your Mastitis risk.

Eliza Burton
Jul 25, 20234 min read


New Season Grass - Short vs Long
A consultant, a hay shed & two artificial rumens, tune in here to find out more about new season grass, short vs long with TRAC's Owen Rees

Owen Rees
Jun 14, 20232 min read


Inflammation & Its Effect On Our Animals
Inflammation; We can’t stop inflammation, so we need to be able to monitor it or help our animals build & maintain a healthy immune system.

Owen Rees
Apr 20, 20234 min read


Managing Hoof Health Leading Into Winter Conditions
Here's a few tips to assist in preventing lameness in your herd or flock leading into the winter months.

Eliza Burton
Apr 19, 20235 min read


TRAC Must Read : Vaccines need a boost, especially for calves
While the first dose of a vaccine is important, the booster dose shouldn't be forgotten. Booster vaccines are especially important in calves

Molly Kuchel
Mar 8, 20231 min read


Don't miss this!
Expert panel discussion with TRAC, Sinclair Wilson & Rabobank focusing on Beef & Sheep agribusiness. TRAC's very own Ruminant...

Molly Kuchel
Mar 7, 20231 min read


TRAC Beef & Sheep Newsletter - Autumn 2023 Edition
TRAC Autumn Edition of our Beef & Sheep Newsletter discusses Utilising Forage Brassicas This Summer & Micro Minerals In Autumn Lambing Ewes.

Molly Kuchel
Mar 2, 20238 min read


Utilising Forage Brassicas This Summer
Forage Brassicas; After I have sown my crop, how do I make the best use of my investment?

Owen Rees
Mar 2, 20234 min read


Micro Minerals In Autumn Lambing Ewes
Growing a lamb & birthing is stressful, it is vital to set the ewe up to lamb and then replace lost minerals for longevity of the flock...

Mark Facy
Mar 2, 20233 min read


STARCH
As we push the ceiling of high milk production expectations, while maintaining animal health & fertility, multiple sources of starch are key

Mikaela Baker
Jan 17, 20236 min read


RUMEN ADAPTATION
Influencing factors can be termed as stress, and all stress will have some influence on digestion, just as it can in people.

Mikaela Baker
Nov 29, 20224 min read


MAGNESIUM
A topic of interest this season has been Magnesium, the mysterious significant unavailability or lack of in our pastures this growing season

Mikaela Baker
Oct 21, 20223 min read


TIME SPENT OFF PASTURE:
How do we help to minimize the amount of time a cow spends off feed?
TRAC's Owen Rees reviews Meaghan Douglas presentation from AARN 2022

Owen Rees
Oct 5, 20223 min read
bottom of page
