Workshop series – Fodder production in a tough season

9 September 2025

Agriculture Victoria is hosting a series of workshops across Victoria to help producers make informed decisions around this season’s fodder production.

Agriculture Victoria Regional Manager for Meat and Wool Brad Costin is encouraging producers to attend one of the fodder field days to hear from well-known expert Frank Mickan, to help get the most out of their pasture hay or silage this spring.

‘Frank Mickan is an industry-renowned specialist in fodder and pasture conservation who will provide insights into producing high-quality hay and silage,’ Mr Costin said.

All workshops will cover the following topics:

• How to make the best quality hay and silage
• Fodder quality influence on livestock production
• Understanding the ensiling process
• Including additives
• Storage systems and minimising wastage
• Feed testing

South west

• Wednesday 10 September, Macarthur Recreation Reserve, Hamilton–Port Fairy Road, Macarthur https://www.trybooking.com/DFDGA

North east

• Wednesday 17 September, Mansfield Golf Club, 24 Kidston Parade, Mansfield https://www.trybooking.com/DFDKX

Gippsland

• Thursday 18 September, Foster Exchange Hotel, 43 Main Street, Foster https://www.trybooking.com/DFDMI
• Friday 19 September, Macalister Demonstration Farm, 285 Boggy Creek Road, Riverslea https://www.trybooking.com/DFDML

For further information, contact Toni Dakis, Agricultural Recovery Officer on 0428 975 728 or at toni.dakis@agriculture.vic.gov.au

To find more information about available drought support visit www.agriculture.vic.gov.au/drought or call 136 186.

These events are being delivered by Frank Mickan on behalf of Agriculture Victora as part of the Victorian Government’s statewide Drought Support Package.

Media contact: Sarah Hetherington

Phone: 0409405639