Managing Farm Water Supply

By Asst Editor Damian M, on September 29th, 2011

Overview of farm water planning

Water is an essential requirement for running a livestock business and has a significant impact upon stock welfare, farm productivity and business profitability. Knowledge of stock drinking water requirements and potential sources of water are important for planning on both an annual and daily basis. The goal of farm . . . → Read More: Managing Farm Water Supply

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Making an exercise plan to prevent depression

By Admin, on August 12th, 2011

Bushwalking Photo by Michael Jordan

Getting started

Feeling tired and being less motivated in general are two very common symptoms of depression. This means that exercise is often the last thing that people feel like doing when they are experiencing depression. Therefore, it can be useful to use some of the strategies . . . → Read More: Making an exercise plan to prevent depression

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Farm Drainage

By Asst Editor Damian M, on August 4th, 2011

Waterlogged pastures over winter and early spring are a common sight on many farms in high rainfall areas.

Catchment requirements

Drainage of land however can have significant impact on the physical and environmental characteristics of receiving waterways. Drainage works do need to be undertaken with regional oversight and good planning. They should not be . . . → Read More: Farm Drainage

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Planning a Crossbreeding Program for Beef

By Asst Editor Craig R, on July 20th, 2011

As with any management issue, the decision to crossbreed should be made because it will fulfil enterprise goals and breeding objectives.

The breeds and crossbreeding system should be selected to match the individual’s environment. This includes not only the important elements of climate and pasture but also the effects of parasites, disease and the . . . → Read More: Planning a Crossbreeding Program for Beef

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Planning a farm dam.

By Gary Hutchinson, on March 31st, 2011

When you look at the scattering of farm dams across most rural properties in Australia, you begin to realise how much water in total is stored in these structures and how vital they are to farming systems in both Australia and to a lesser extent in New Zealand.

You also see a significant number . . . → Read More: Planning a farm dam.

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