Workshop Series Package - Livestock Production Essentials - Boonah Qld
When and Where:
Workshop 1 – Production Essentials (9:00am to 4:00pm)
•Boonah Tavern: Saturday 14th March, 2026
Workshop 2 – Behind the Books - Business & Risk (9:00am to 4:00pm)
• Boonah Tavern: Saturday 18th April, 2026
Workshop 3 – Compliance & Tools (9:00am to 4:00pm)
• Boonah Tavern: Saturday 16th May, 2026
Workshop 1: Animal Husbandry & Welfare Essentials
Learn the fundamentals of livestock welfare, husbandry, breeding, feeding, marketing and nutrition.
Guest speakers: animal health specialists, and experienced producers share real-world knowledge.
Topics: handling and welfare, vaccinations, nutrition basics, breeding (genetics) and calving/lambing/kidding considerations, parasite control and record keeping.
Why attend: walk away with clear, practical steps to improve herd health and confidence in daily management.
Workshop 2: Business, Finance & Insurance Management
Turn your passion into a sustainable enterprise.
Guest speakers: rural accountants, insurance providers, and finance specialists.
Topics: farm business basics, budgeting and record-keeping, insurance and risk protection, accessing finance - 'Do we have the right insurance' ' What can we claim on tax?' 'Are we structured correctly?'.
Why attend: understand how to protect your investment, manage costs, and build resilience for the future. Key element - getting it right from the start means less costs long term.
Workshop 3: Compliance, Biosecurity & Technology
Navigate industry requirements with ease.
Guest speakers: representatives from local DPI biosecurity officers.
Topics: NLIS, LPA, PIC responsibilities, biosecurity plans, eNVDs, and traceability tools, what to do in a biosecurity emergency.
Where to from here: we walk you through and connect you with where to from here.
Why attend: discover how compliance underpins market access and animal health, and explore tech solutions that save time.
What Makes This Series Different?
Peer-to-Peer Learning – hear from producers who’ve been in your shoes and learn practical tips they wish they knew earlier.
Local Connections – meet your local vet, biosecurity officer, agribusiness advisors, and fellow producers. Build a support network to call on long after the workshops end.
Tailored for Small Producers – designed for those running smaller herds or new to livestock management. We focus on “what you need to know, when you need to know it.”
What you’ll experience:
Step into a full day of practical, hands-on learning designed to take the stress and uncertainty out of livestock production. From animal husbandry and welfare to nutrition, genetics, and seasonal planning—you’ll gain the essentials needed to feel confident running your property.
We’ll cover compliance and regulation (NLIS, LPA, Biosecurity), explore regenerative farming principles, and build your understanding of livestock health—from genetics and feeding programs to knowing when and why to vaccinate and drench. Each day is fully catered, features expert guest speakers, and equips you with resources and tools you can put into practice immediately.
Why it matters:
Starting or managing livestock can feel overwhelming. Between paperwork, regulations, and the constant “am I doing this right?” questions, it’s easy to lose confidence. This workshop series is designed to simplify the journey—building clarity, skills, and support networks in a welcoming, practical environment. No question is too big or too small, and you’ll leave with both knowledge and confidence to make better decisions for your livestock and your business.
Who it’s for:
New and emerging producers building a solid foundation
Hobby farmers ready to “do it right” and feel secure in their practices
Small-scale operators looking for direction and clarity
Anyone keen to connect, learn, and grow in the livestock industry
Your take-home:
✔ Confidence in livestock care, feeding, genetics, and health planning
✔ Practical understanding of compliance: NLIS, LPA, and Biosecurity
✔ Knowledge of vaccination and drenching timing and purpose
✔ Insights into regenerative farming and sustainable practices
✔ Tools, templates, and resources ready to use immediately
✔ New local connections with producers, service providers, and industry specialists
✔ A clear direction for your livestock journey
👉 You asked us to make compliance simple—this workshop is designed to do exactly that.
Ticket options:
Workshop Series: $897 now only $627 (saving $270 - thanks to MLA’s Profitable Grazing Systems program, this course is subsidised for producers) - catering and materials included
📍 Seats are limited at 20 per series – secure your spot now!
When and Where:
Workshop 1 – Production Essentials (9:00am to 4:00pm)
•Boonah Tavern: Saturday 14th March, 2026
Workshop 2 – Behind the Books - Business & Risk (9:00am to 4:00pm)
• Boonah Tavern: Saturday 18th April, 2026
Workshop 3 – Compliance & Tools (9:00am to 4:00pm)
• Boonah Tavern: Saturday 16th May, 2026
Workshop 1: Animal Husbandry & Welfare Essentials
Learn the fundamentals of livestock welfare, husbandry, breeding, feeding, marketing and nutrition.
Guest speakers: animal health specialists, and experienced producers share real-world knowledge.
Topics: handling and welfare, vaccinations, nutrition basics, breeding (genetics) and calving/lambing/kidding considerations, parasite control and record keeping.
Why attend: walk away with clear, practical steps to improve herd health and confidence in daily management.
Workshop 2: Business, Finance & Insurance Management
Turn your passion into a sustainable enterprise.
Guest speakers: rural accountants, insurance providers, and finance specialists.
Topics: farm business basics, budgeting and record-keeping, insurance and risk protection, accessing finance - 'Do we have the right insurance' ' What can we claim on tax?' 'Are we structured correctly?'.
Why attend: understand how to protect your investment, manage costs, and build resilience for the future. Key element - getting it right from the start means less costs long term.
Workshop 3: Compliance, Biosecurity & Technology
Navigate industry requirements with ease.
Guest speakers: representatives from local DPI biosecurity officers.
Topics: NLIS, LPA, PIC responsibilities, biosecurity plans, eNVDs, and traceability tools, what to do in a biosecurity emergency.
Where to from here: we walk you through and connect you with where to from here.
Why attend: discover how compliance underpins market access and animal health, and explore tech solutions that save time.
What Makes This Series Different?
Peer-to-Peer Learning – hear from producers who’ve been in your shoes and learn practical tips they wish they knew earlier.
Local Connections – meet your local vet, biosecurity officer, agribusiness advisors, and fellow producers. Build a support network to call on long after the workshops end.
Tailored for Small Producers – designed for those running smaller herds or new to livestock management. We focus on “what you need to know, when you need to know it.”
What you’ll experience:
Step into a full day of practical, hands-on learning designed to take the stress and uncertainty out of livestock production. From animal husbandry and welfare to nutrition, genetics, and seasonal planning—you’ll gain the essentials needed to feel confident running your property.
We’ll cover compliance and regulation (NLIS, LPA, Biosecurity), explore regenerative farming principles, and build your understanding of livestock health—from genetics and feeding programs to knowing when and why to vaccinate and drench. Each day is fully catered, features expert guest speakers, and equips you with resources and tools you can put into practice immediately.
Why it matters:
Starting or managing livestock can feel overwhelming. Between paperwork, regulations, and the constant “am I doing this right?” questions, it’s easy to lose confidence. This workshop series is designed to simplify the journey—building clarity, skills, and support networks in a welcoming, practical environment. No question is too big or too small, and you’ll leave with both knowledge and confidence to make better decisions for your livestock and your business.
Who it’s for:
New and emerging producers building a solid foundation
Hobby farmers ready to “do it right” and feel secure in their practices
Small-scale operators looking for direction and clarity
Anyone keen to connect, learn, and grow in the livestock industry
Your take-home:
✔ Confidence in livestock care, feeding, genetics, and health planning
✔ Practical understanding of compliance: NLIS, LPA, and Biosecurity
✔ Knowledge of vaccination and drenching timing and purpose
✔ Insights into regenerative farming and sustainable practices
✔ Tools, templates, and resources ready to use immediately
✔ New local connections with producers, service providers, and industry specialists
✔ A clear direction for your livestock journey
👉 You asked us to make compliance simple—this workshop is designed to do exactly that.
Ticket options:
Workshop Series: $897 now only $627 (saving $270 - thanks to MLA’s Profitable Grazing Systems program, this course is subsidised for producers) - catering and materials included
📍 Seats are limited at 20 per series – secure your spot now!