Welcome to the ALFA Feedlot TECH Training Hub

This course is part of the Pen Riding: Mastering the Fundamentals online skills training  Discover pen riding processes and adopt best practices to enhance animal wellbeing, safety, time efficiency and feedlot success. Learn to select optimal inspection times, recognise high challenge pens, use efficient pen riding patterns, identify health issues and document them following feedlot protocols.  This online course covers pen riding best practices.  After completion of the online training, an on the ground competency assessment is available so you can demonstrate your skills and competency in this area.  This E-learning series has been by funded grain-fed levies and matching federal government R&D contributions in consultation with the Australian Lot Feeders’ Association.  Read more

This course provides all of the Pen Riding Fundamentals modules in one place.  This course includes: 1. Foundations of Pen Riding 2. Pen Riding Best Practice 3. Identifying Animal Health Issues 4. Understanding Animal Health Issues 5. Removing an Animal from the Pen 6. Basic Horse Husbandry Read more

Practical Bovine Post Mortem Technique online course To complete this course, you will be required to watch a video for each section and then complete the following questions. Each section contains specific information that is critical to performing a bovine post mortem safely, correctly, and up to industry best standards. You can rewatch each video at any point to make sure you understand section, and to get the right answers. The post mortem technique demonstrated in these videos is a common technique and is the one chosen by Dr Kev Sullivan. Alternative methods are commonly used throughout the industry by different veterinary professionals. All questions for this module will be referring to the technique demonstrated in these videos. Good Luck!     Disclaimer & Copyright This E-learning series has been by funded grain-fed levies and matching federal government R&D contributions in consultation with the Australian Lot Feeders' Association. Care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this training course. However, MLA does not accept responsibility for the accuracy, currency or completeness of the information or opinions contained in this training course. This training course is intended to provide general information only and it has been prepared without taking into account your specific circumstances, objectives, or needs. You should make your own enquiries before making decisions concerning your interests. Your use of, or reliance on, any content is entirely at your own risk and MLA accepts no liability for any losses or damages incurred by you as a result of that use or reliance. © 2019 Meat & Livestock Australia Limited ABN 39 081 678 364. You may not copy, republish, download, transmit, communicate, or otherwise use this content in any way without the prior written consent of Meat & Livestock Australia Limited ABN 39 081 678 364. Any such enquiries should be directed to [email protected], or the Content Manager, PO Box 1961, North Sydney, NSW 2059. Read more

Your role in the feedlot environment involves essential hands-on practices to maintain the health, welfare, and productivity of cattle. In this module, we will explore practical procedures that are critical for effective cattle management in feedlots.    By completing this module, you'll be able to:  Take and interpret cattle temperature readings for early disease detection and health monitoring.  Administer eye treatments and other health procedures, focusing on technique and animal welfare.  Identify and manage abscesses, using the appropriate procedures to ensure recovery and minimise complications.  Address bloat through correct use of a stomach tube and understanding when this intervention is necessary.  Apply mass treatments responsibly, with a focus on disease prevention, animal welfare, and compliance with veterinary standards.  Maintain cattle hoof health by ensuring clean, well-drained pens and proper nutrition to prevent lameness and other issues.  Complete this module will equip you with practical skills to manage animal health, promote welfare, and support efficient feedlot operations. Read more

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Success in your role depends on attention to detail, organisation, and strong communication. Understanding the factors guiding your daily decisions, maintaining consistency, and accurately allocating feed is crucial. Appreciate the importance of following feeding protocols and managing bunk practices within your control to ensure each pen receives the right amount of feed daily.   Completing this module will help you to:   Recognise factors influencing daily decisions Identify the impacts of daily decisions Enhance decision-making skills through practice Read more