Lamb science in Action

As Victoria is the largest lamb producer in Australia, DPI has a lead role in lamb research, develoment and extension under the national research, development and extension framework.

DPI is building new capacity that will generate new knowledge and technology to transform the lamb industry and will target on-farm practice change by focusing on increasing lamb supply through a value chain approach.

DPI aims to develop more productive lamb and finishing systems that also meet natural resource outcomes, are flexible under climate change, reduce methane emissions and meet quality and market demands for meat products.

Research is also currently being developed around extensive grazing farming systems, with particular emphasis on grazing ecology, animal physiology and ruminant nutrition.

Want to get on board? We have a range of opportunities in lamb research and extension. Visit www.careers@vic.gov.au

Specialist Forages – Lamb Finishing Guidelines