Welcome to the ALFA Feedlot TECH Training Hub

The office and administration team on a feedlot plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the feedlot. This dynamic role covers a wide variety of tasks and requires input into every aspect of the feedlot. In this module, you will be introduced to the concepts of communication, record keeping, NFAS, finance, human resources and office management.   Completing this module will help you to: Understand the importance of record keeping Acknowledge the role you play in NFAS Recognise your role in the feedlot finances Understand how you can contribute to human resources Help facilitate training of staff at your feedlot   This module has been mapped to the Australian Curriculum grades 7-9 and State Curriculums for grades 10-12. Details can be found here: Curriculum mapping - Foundations of Feedlot Administration Read more

This course is part of the NFAS: Mastering the Fundamentals online skills training. The National Feedlot Accreditation Scheme (NFAS) underpins the entire lot feeding industry. This module will introduce you to the NFAS and the standards of grain fed beef and their requirements. In this module, you’ll be introduced to Grain fed Beef, the National Feedlot Accreditation Scheme, and their requirements. This E-learning series has been funded by grain-fed levies and matching federal government R&D contributions in consultation with the Australian Lot Feeders’ Association.  This module has been mapped to the Australian Curriculum grades 7-9 and State Curriculums for grades 10-12. Details can be found here: Curriculum mapping - Foundations of NFAS Read more

This course is part of the Pen Riding: Mastering the Fundamentals online skills training  Explore the fundamental principles of pen riding in this online course, and discover how to prioritise cattle health and wellbeing, effectively identify issues and use low-stress handling techniques to positively influence welfare outcomes for the cattle at your feedlot.  This online course covers the core principles of pen riding.  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

As part of the Livestock team, you will be required to handle cattle on a daily basis. Whether it is on horseback or on foot, it is essential to understand good stockmanship. By completing this course, you will learn how to understand cattle behaviour and natural instincts, identify indicators of stress, learn and apply effective handling techniques to move cattle and reduce exposure to health and safety risks.   This module has been mapped to the Australian Curriculum grades 7-9 and State Curriculums for grades 10-12. Details can be found here: Curriculum mapping - Good Stockmanship Read more

This course is part of the Pen Riding: Mastering the Fundamentals online skills training  Empower yourself as a pen rider to make a genuine difference in the wellbeing of the cattle in your care. Gain the knowledge to recognise subtle signs, symptoms and cues that indicate potential health issues, and learn to choose appropriate treatment pathways for sick animals.  This online course covers best practices to maintain animal health at your feedlot.  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

In this module, you will learn how to identify signs and symptoms of Foot and Mouth Disease in cattle and how to age blisters to provide some idea of how long FMD has been present in the feedlot.  Learning Intentions: Identify signs and symptoms of FMD Learn what species are affected by FMD How and FMD outbreak would occur to reduce risks How fast FMD would spread Understand FMD is notifiable and how to report FMD Implement the EAD Action Plan Read more