Welcome to the ALFA Feedlot TECH Training Hub

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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This course is part of the Fundamentals of Feedlot Nutrition, Feeding and Milling Operations online skills training.   Being part of the feeding and milling team at your feedlot, you and your team are responsible for accurately capturing and depending on your role, analysing those records. Feedlots maintain records that hold critical information for making the feedlot efficient, safe and to produce optimum feed. This online course covers the basics in why it is important to accurately record and analyse data, the key areas within the feeding and milling process and how that data is used to improve the efficiency and accuracy of the feeding and milling procedures. 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. © 2021 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 info@mla.com.au, or the Content Manager, PO Box 1961, North Sydney, NSW 2059.   Read more

This course is part of the Pen Riding: Mastering the Fundamentals online skills training  Successfully removing an animal requires both skill and patience, all while keeping the animal's wellbeing a top priority and minimising stress levels. Obtain the knowledge to adhere to safe work practices, recognise removal risks, document crucial information, and employ low-stress handling techniques to remove animals from their pens.  This online course covers the steps to safely and effectively remove animals from their pens.  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

Join resident facilitators, Jeff House and Emily Litzow, live as they guide you and the team through some of Feedlot TECHs online courses. Each month, a new module will be presented as live, interactive group training.  The access fee is per feedlot/business, and covers all staff that wish to partake in the training session. Read more

Team Leaders play an important role in developing confident, capable staff who work together and contribute to the smooth running of their feedlot. This course will teach you the fundamental skills needed to become a successful mentor and Team Leader within your feedlot. Read more