Case Studies

The following case studies of sheep producers provide insights about how graziers are implementing management changes on their properties to improve their farm business. For video case studies scroll to the bottom:

• Joe, Sally, Graham and Melanie Keynes, Keynton Station, Mt Lofty Ranges, SA (0.14 MB)
  Weaning more lambs and sustainably producing more wool and meat per hectare with low cost of production are the underlying goals of the Keynes family's sheep enterprise.
• Vicky and Tony Geddes, Yallock, Holbrook, NSW (0.14 MB)
  The ability to put dollar values on the genetic linkages between muscling, growth and fat, and easy-care robust sheep has put the focus on ASBVs for Vicky Geddes.
• Charles Hood and Craig Mitchell, Tintagel, Bombala, NSW, (0.14 MB)
  Keeping a close eye on the fundamentals of merino wool production continues to pay dividends for the Tintagel Pastoral Company
• David and Sarah Fysh, Longreach, Qld (0.1 MB)
  A focus on management and breeding to boost flock reproductive performance, increase wool cuts and reduce fibre diameter is paying off for the Fysh Family.
• John and Sam Hickson, Eural, Moree, NSW (0.14 MB)
  Pregnancy scanning and managing ewe nutrition are an integral part of the Hickson's merino enterprise.
• David, Sue and Hamish Thompson, Moojepin, Katanning, WA (0.12 MB)
  Combining cutting edge genetic technologies with best-practice management strategies is the key to boosting sheep productivity and profitability according to the Thompsons.
• Steve and Lisa Harrison, Gippsland, Vic
  Focusing on reproductive performance and ewe condition is reaping rewards in the Harrisons flock of 7000 merinos.
• Alison Tancred, The Maze, Gulargambone, NSW
  Scanning for pregnancy rate, running twin bearing ewes together and weaning onto lucerne are some of the tactics Alison uses in her breeding flock of 3500 merino ewes.
• Andrew Dufty, Melville Forest, Victoria 
  The use of benchmarking and calculating enterprise gross margins has helped Andrew determine flock structure and enterprise mix on "Melville Forest".
• Robbie and Eliza Tole, Greenvale, Cressy, Tas (Jan 2008)   (August 2010)
  With an emphasis on turning off large numbers of young lambs, Robbie and Eliza have a strong focus on lamb growth rate to lower cost of production 
• Ben Ryan, Tent Rock, Delamere, SA 
  Changing grazing management in his prime lamb enterprise and working on labour efficiency have improved Ben's profitability and lifestyle.
• Greg and Jane Kellock, Kelvale, Farrell Flat, SA
  A "board of management" approach has helped Greg and Jane in running 3 properties in different environments involving several family members and staff.
• Geoff Sandilands, Billandri, Kendenup, WA 
  A strong focus on feed production, stocking rate and genetics has delivered a big increase in per hectare productivity for Geoff on his mixed merino and cropping farm.
• Don Perkins, Nelyambo, Dirranbandi, QLD (March 2008)   (August 2010)
  Tough seasonal conditions have shown Don the value of good nutritional management and making hard decisions early for his merino flock.
• Jenny Bradley, Armatree, NSW (May 2009)   (August 2010)
  Skill, drive and attention to detail are the keys to genetic performance in Armatree sheep producer Jenny Bradley's prime lamb enterprise.
• Paul and Annette Fergusson, Runymede, Tasmania 
  Foresight and flexibility have changed the fortunes and future for Tasmanian sheep producers Paul and Annette Fergusson.
• Geoff Saul, National Evergraze Coordinator
  Talks about using Making More From Sheep tools to turn pasture into product.
• Richard Apps, MLA Adoption Manager, Sheep 
  Discusses the Making More From Sheep Genetics module and how Australian Sheep Breeding Values can help sheep producers achieve their breeding goals.
• James Hall, ICON Agriculture
  Looks at the benefits to be gained from calculating your cost of production, using the Making More From Sheep cost of production calculator.
• Alistair Yencken, New England, NSW 
  A focus on wool quality, knowing his cost of production and forward selling are a winning combination for Alistarr Yencken .
• Kate Joseph, Tyrendarra, Victoria
  Tailoring her prime lamb production system to meet market specifications pays off for Kate.