Mackinnon Project

08/10/2026

Ben Ashton talking all things WEC methods at the Mackinnon seminar in Mortlake. A great morning so far learning about drench resistance and worm management.

05/10/2026

Wanting to attend the Mackinnon seminar in Mortlake on Thursday? It's still not too late to let us know. Send an email to [email protected] or let Leah know on 0401 149 630.

📣 Mackinnon Project seminar coming to Mortlake!!

🐂🐃 Maximising Livestock Productivity: Drench Resistance, Worm Management, and On-Farm Investment Decisions🐑🐏

🎤This seminar addresses critical livestock health and farm management challenges. Sessions explore drench resistance in cattle and sheep worms and liver fluke, examining whether traditional worm control principles remain effective. It'll cover the pros and cons of different worm egg count methods, review Mackinnon Project's research on sheep abortions and calving time, and discuss current commodity prices alongside strategic farm investment opportunities.

📆 When: Thursday 8th of October, 9 am to 1.30 pm
🏘 Where: Mortlake Recreation Reserve
🍔Cost: Free - includes morning tea and lunch
📩 RSVP: Monday 5th of October to Leah Tyrell on 0401 149 630

👀See flyer below for more details

27/09/2026

⚠️ Don't forget that Mackinnon Project is holding an information day in Mortlake next week - 8th of October - Maximising Livestock Productivity: Drench Resistance, Worm Management, and On-Farm Investment Decisions ⚠️
See the flyer below for more information and don't forget to let us know if you are attending.

📣 Mackinnon Project seminar coming to Mortlake!!

🐂🐃 Maximising Livestock Productivity: Drench Resistance, Worm Management, and On-Farm Investment Decisions🐑🐏

🎤This seminar addresses critical livestock health and farm management challenges. Sessions explore drench resistance in cattle and sheep worms and liver fluke, examining whether traditional worm control principles remain effective. It'll cover the pros and cons of different worm egg count methods, review Mackinnon Project's research on sheep abortions and calving time, and discuss current commodity prices alongside strategic farm investment opportunities.

📆 When: Thursday 8th of October, 9 am to 1.30 pm
🏘 Where: Mortlake Recreation Reserve
🍔Cost: Free - includes morning tea and lunch
📩 RSVP: Monday 5th of October to Leah Tyrell on 0401 149 630

👀See flyer below for more details

21/09/2026

📣We are currently seeing and hearing of cows dying with Grass tetany.
Come along to the Mackinnon seminar in Mortlake on the 8th of October where we will add a discussion about Grass tetany management. See seminar details below for other topics that will be discussed on the day.

📣 Mackinnon Project seminar coming to Mortlake!!

🐂🐃 Maximising Livestock Productivity: Drench Resistance, Worm Management, and On-Farm Investment Decisions🐑🐏

🎤This seminar addresses critical livestock health and farm management challenges. Sessions explore drench resistance in cattle and sheep worms and liver fluke, examining whether traditional worm control principles remain effective. It'll cover the pros and cons of different worm egg count methods, review Mackinnon Project's research on sheep abortions and calving time, and discuss current commodity prices alongside strategic farm investment opportunities.

📆 When: Thursday 8th of October, 9 am to 1.30 pm
🏘 Where: Mortlake Recreation Reserve
🍔Cost: Free - includes morning tea and lunch
📩 RSVP: Monday 5th of October to Leah Tyrell on 0401 149 630

👀See flyer below for more details

15/09/2026

📣 Mackinnon Project seminar coming to Mortlake!!

🐂🐃 Maximising Livestock Productivity: Drench Resistance, Worm Management, and On-Farm Investment Decisions🐑🐏

🎤This seminar addresses critical livestock health and farm management challenges. Sessions explore drench resistance in cattle and sheep worms and liver fluke, examining whether traditional worm control principles remain effective. It'll cover the pros and cons of different worm egg count methods, review Mackinnon Project's research on sheep abortions and calving time, and discuss current commodity prices alongside strategic farm investment opportunities.

📆 When: Thursday 8th of October, 9 am to 1.30 pm
🏘 Where: Mortlake Recreation Reserve
🍔Cost: Free - includes morning tea and lunch
📩 RSVP: Monday 5th of October to Leah Tyrell on 0401 149 630

👀See flyer below for more details

02/07/2026

⚠️ Spring Lambing Alert: Protect Your Lambs from Goitre 🐑

The risk of iodine deficiency in spring lambing pregnant ewes, resulting in goitre in newborn lambs, is increased in many areas due to the heavy rainfall in the last 3 months (>80–100mm monthly). Goitre is linked to a dramatic increase in lamb mortality.

To prevent iodine deficiency in your pregnant ewes and hence increased lamb mortality due to goitre, drench your ewes with potassium iodine during the third or fourth month of pregnancy.

15/06/2026

📢 Calling Victorian Sheep Farmers! 🐑

Our research team at the University of Melbourne is conducting a short survey to better understand abortions, stillbirths, and lamb losses in Victorian sheep flocks.

If you haven’t completed the survey yet and have 10–15 minutes to spare, we would greatly value your input.

As part of this research project, you may also be eligible for FREE sample collection and diagnostic testing if abortions, stillbirths, or newborn lamb deaths occur on your farm during this or next lambing season.

You can register your interest in participating in the field study at the end of the survey.

Scan the QR code or complete the survey using the link below:

https://redcap.link/sheepabortionsvictoria

Thank you for supporting sheep research. Happy lambing. 🐑🙂

03/06/2026

📢 Producers in Northeast Victoria
📅 Are you available on the 11th of June from 1 pm?

Join Leah Tyrell and Chris Mirams for the second hands-on workshop focused on establishing a target growth path for your heifers.

Location: Munderoo, NSW
Refreshments: Afternoon tea provided
Farm tour icluded

Click on link below for more details
https://www.trybooking.com/DMVQW

This event is being delivered by Mackinnon Project - University of Melbourne on behalf of Agriculture Victoria as part of the Victorian Government’s statewide Drought Support Package.

Join Leah Tyrell and Chris Mirams for a hands-on workshop focused on establishing a target growth path for your heifers based on the mature weight...

02/06/2026

CANCELLED - keep an eye on our Facebook posts for more events in your area

📢 Producers in Gippsland
📅 Are you available on the 17th of June from 9.30 am to 1 pm?

Join Mackinnon Project consultants to listen to practical advice on maximising livestock profitability and herd/flock performance.

Venue: Gippsland Agricultural Centre
Refreshments: Morning tea and lunch provided

Click on link below for more details
https://www.trybooking.com/DKLON

This event is being delivered by Mackinnon Project - University of Melbourne on behalf of Agriculture Victoria as part of the Victorian Government’s statewide Drought Support Package

This event explores critical strategies for maximising farm profitability across livestock and pasture management in South Gippsland. Listen to...

26/05/2026

We’ve just dropped the full program for this year’s BestLamb/BestWool and BetterBeef Conferences.

In Ballarat on 23 and 24 June, you can hear from speakers across the sheep and beef industries, providing insights that will both inform and challenge attendees.

Concurrent sessions in the morning and afternoon allow you to choose who you listen to, ensuring you get the most out of your day.

Full program and tickets links in the comments - tag a mate who should be there.