FARM STAFF TRAINING

PRACTICAL TRAINING FOR BETTER LIVESTOCK HEALTH

At Gippsland Veterinary Group, we believe that well-trained staff are key to improving livestock health and farm productivity. Our on-farm training sessions are hands-on, practical and tailored to the real-world conditions of your farm. Whether you are a seasoned farmer or training new staff, these sessions are designed to give your team the confidence and knowledge to manage animal health effectively.

Each session runs for 60 to 90 minutes and includes a printed summary of key information for future reference. Training is delivered on-site by our experienced veterinary team, making it easy to apply the learning directly to your daily operations.

TRAINING MODULES AVAILABLE

CALF REARING

Give your calves the best possible start. This session covers:

  • Managing colostrum quality and transfer
  • Setting up feeding protocols for healthy, consistent growth
  • Safe tube-feeding techniques to reduce calf losses

CALVING

Build confidence in managing calving, with practical advice on:

  • Understanding the normal calving process
  • Recognising early warning signs of problems
  • Knowing when and how to assist safely
  • Post-birth care for both cow and calf, including common issues like milk fever and prolapse

MASTITIS MANAGEMENT

Help reduce the impact of mastitis on your herd with training that covers:

  • Early identification of mastitis cases
  • Understanding causes and risk factors
  • Choosing appropriate antibiotic treatments, including the use of our on-farm Mastaplex testing machine
  • Implementing prevention strategies and improving record-keeping

SICK COW IDENTIFICATION AND TREATMENT

Early detection saves lives. This session focuses on:

  • Recognising early signs of illness in cattle
  • Understanding common health problems, including:
    • Uterine infections
    • Milk fever
    • Displaced abomasum
    • Respiratory infections
    • Other common production diseases
  • Prevention tips and treatment protocols to minimise animal loss

PARASITE CONTROL

Learn how to manage parasite challenges effectively, including:

  • Identifying key parasites affecting your herd
  • Assessing parasite burden specific to your property
  • Choosing the right drenches and treatment schedules
  • Avoiding overuse of drenches to reduce resistance and maintain herd health

BOOK A TRAINING SESSION

If you would like to organise an on-farm training session for you and your team, or simply want to learn more, we’re here to help.

Contact our Livestock and Equine Centre on 03 5662 2251 ext. 2 to discuss your training needs.

Give your team the knowledge and tools to better care for your herd and improve farm outcomes.
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