Sheep CRC Updates - Western Australia
The CRC for Sheep Industry Innovation & the Department of Agriculture and Food, WA invite you to attend the Sheep CRC Updates being held in Western Australia.
Katanning
Wednesday 10th February 2010, 12 noon to 5 pm
GSARI Shearing Shed, Nyabing Rd, Katanning (follows the Yardstick Field Day)
Northam
Thursday 11th February 2010, 8.30 - 3.30 pm
Northam Country Club, Wood Drive, Northam
Feature presenters: Dr Alex Ball, MLA, and Dr David Pethick, Murdoch University
Many new and exciting results are now in from across the Sheep CRC portfolio of Ewe and weaner management; Flystrike management; Worm management; Meat quality; Wool quality; Precision sheep production and Genetics.
Attend an update to:
• Hear the current industry outlook
• Hear and see Sheep CRC results
• Learn how you can apply these results on-farm
• Understand what difference they could make for you
For the more in-depth topics we will also describe how you can participate in training or gain more information.
At Katanning you'll also see:
- Yardstick Central Test Sire Evaluation (9am - 12 noon) - 2008 drop progeny will be displayed in their sire groups and you'll hear discussion on the performance of the groups.
- Sheep CRC Information Nucleus sheep - on display from 12 midday (during lunch break).
Sandwich lunch provided from 12.00 noon - 1 pm.
Program to follow in late January.
RSVP by Monday 8th February to Janelle Holzberger
CJ Hawkins Homestead, University of New England, Armidale NSW 2351