Agriculture Victoria is hosting a workshop in Mansfield - one of a series across Victoria - to help producers make informed decisions around this season’s fodder production.

AgVic regional manager for meat and wool Brad Costin is encouraging producers in the northeast to attend the fodder field day at the Mansfield Golf Club on 17 September to hear from well-known expert Frank Mickan on how to 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.

Bookings are essential - https://www.trybooking.com/DFDKX

For further information, contact Toni Dakis 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.

The event is being delivered by Frank Mickan on behalf of Agriculture Victoria as part of the Victorian Government’s statewide Drought Support Package.