Welcome to the ALFA Feedlot TECH Training Hub

This course provides all of the Livestock Health Fundamental modules in one place.  This course includes: 1. Cattle Induction, Acclimation and Care, 2. Treating with Drugs and Antimicrobials, 3. The Feedlot Hospital, 4. Practical Procedures and 5. Euthanasia and Post Mortems  Read more

This course is part of the NFAS: Mastering the Fundamentals online skills training. There are several steps feedlots must take to become accredited under the National Feedlot Accreditation Scheme (NFAS) and then to maintain their accreditation. This module will cover gaining NFAS Accreditation and how to maintain your NFAS accreditation including audits, activities and statement of authority holders. 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.  Read more

ALFA Managing Summer Heat Online Training Series  The training materials focus on preparing feedlots for excessive summer heat conditions that can have major impacts on cattle health, welfare and productivity.  All staff involved in making decisions around, or the monitoring of, heat load at the feedlot will benefit from completing this online training program. It is delivered via a mix of online training videos and a final webinar session with presenters. A short assessment will be used to test your understanding of the topics at the conclusion of the training.  PRESENTERS: Dr Tony Batterham, Feedlot Veterinarian at Quirindi Feedlot Services Christine Killip, Katestone Jeff House, ALFA/MLA Technical Services Officer Verity Price, ALFA Policy Manager   TRAINING VIDEO TOPICS: Online training videos covering the following topics include:   HLI/AHLU demo & how to undertake a Risk Assessment Shade Structures Pre-Summer Preparation Triggers & Actions Recovery Summer Review Weather Stations   RECORDED WEBINAR TRAINING SESSION TOPICS: Progress to date, current industry status, ALFA Shade Policy & Hub NFAS Requirements and what they mean Heatload Simulation Exercise Panel Session and Q&A   Disclaimer & Copyright This E-learning series has been by developed by the Australian Lot Feeders' Association (ALFA). Care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this training course. However, ALFA 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 ALFA accepts no liability for any losses or damages incurred by you as a result of that use or reliance. © 2021 Australian Lot Feeders' Association ABN 16 009 928 018. You may not copy, republish, download, transmit, communicate, or otherwise use this content in any way without the prior written consent of Australian Lot Feeders' Association  ABN 16 009 928 018. Any such enquiries should be directed to info@feedlots.com.au. Read more

PURPOSE The Margin & People Management (MPM) Program is designed to provide lot feeders and industry professionals with a deeper understanding of how to manage a modern feedlot business. Skills required to run any successful business include people management and an understanding of business financials. Therefore, the MPM Program sessions covers topics such as basic financial margin management, time management, setting priorities, human behaviour and how to work more effectively with other people, especially in difficult situations. The MPM Program aims to instil confidence in each participant to enable them to become a leader in their own business and play a role in advocacy for the feedlot industry. ABOUT THE PROGRAM The MPM Program has been running since the pilot program was established in 2008. The Program now boasts a strong alumni network of over 300 lot feeders and industry professionals, many of whom are now prominent industry leaders. The Program is run annually over several months, delivered through 4 x 2-day training sessions to a maximum of 12 participants. The group gathers three times in-person for the sessions delivered by a range of facilitators; the final session is a feedlot tour, where participants hear from Feedlot Managers who have graduated from the Program and other prominent industry leaders. LEARNER LEVEL The training is aimed at feedlot employees and industry professionals who aspire to becoming a Manager or gaining a leadership role in their business. It is also valuable for those employees who already manage a number of staff and are looking to gain further skills in the area of people management or perhaps seeking a better understanding of general business management. GROUP SIZE The recommend group size is 10 with a maximum of 12.  Ten participants is the optimal group number to create the atmosphere and comradery amongst the group members that this Program aims to deliver. It is also the maximum number of seats available on a mini-bus for the feedlot tour. Keeping to ten participants has allowed us to manage a healthy waitlist to fill future programs and maintain the prestigious reputation of the program. It is recommended that if numbers exceed 10, an additional staff member is allocated to assist in managing the group. There are currently 23 people on the waitlist/EOI list for Course 16 as at August 2023. There is an additional MPM Program being delivered in 2024 (course 15), to assist in meeting the demand. Post the two programs in 2024, we expect the list will be reduced to around 11, which will be beneficial going into Course 17 in 2025. TRAINING FEES The ALFA price structure for the previous year (2023/24) is provided in the appendix for reference. An increase of 2.5% from 2024 price has been applied. The fee is to assist in covering presenter fees, catering/venue expenses and contributes to the overall running of the Association. Training Fees pp $ exc GST $ inc GST Member  $6,679  $7,347 Non-Member  $9,406  $10,347 SESSION OVERVIEWS: LOCATIONS & DATES Dates are subject to change according to presenter availability. Session 1 & 2 will be delivered in Sydney NSW, Session 3 in Brisbane (or wherever Council meeting is held) and the final session which will be delivered in a location with proximity to several feedlots with demonstrating differing operations and/or within close proximity to interesting, affiliated industries to visit. Session 1 Tuesday 24th September 2024 - Escape Room (ice-breaker activity) Wednesday, 25 September 2024 - DiSC Profiling Thursday, 26 September 2024 - Building High Performance Teams Session 2 Wednesday, 27 November 2024 - MLA - Industry Overview & Advocacy; Commodity Management; Crisis Management & Preparedness; Advocacy + ALFA Recognition of Excellence Program Thursday, 28 November 2024 - Finance Fundamentals     THREE Professional Presentation Skills Wednesday, 19 February 2025 ALFA Council Networking Dinner People Management Thursday, 20 February 2025 FOUR Feedlot / Industry Tour Wednesday & Thursday, 16-17 April 2025   To Purchase and Register When purchasing this workshop select ‘Add to Cart’. If you are purchasing for multiple people or on behalf of someone else, select ‘Click Here’ at the bottom of the pop up box after you have selected ‘Add to Cart’. If you know the emails of the people you are purchasing the workshop for, please enter them on the next screen, alternatively, just enter the number of users and go ahead with the purchase. To select your session, go to your Feedlot TECH Dashboard and look under ‘Learning not started’. You will see the workshop title and a prompt to select session to attend. To purchase via invoice, please enter the voucher 'invoice' and email training@feedlots.com.au 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

This course is part of the Fundamentals of Feedlot Nutrition, Feeding and Milling Operations online skills training.   The feeding and milling team play an important role within the day to day operations of a feedlot. Understanding the different grain processing methods, processes, equipment and considerations will increase your knowledge and understanding of what you do and why the feeding and milling team are so important.   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