Calf rearing roadshow

What to expect

OSPRI is proud to be joining the 2025 Calf Experts Calf Rearing Roadshow, a nationwide series of free events designed to support farmers with practical, science-based strategies for raising strong, healthy calves.

This event will include:

• A presentation packed with useful tips and takeaways for
• newbies to experienced rearers
• Supplier stands – have a chat, ask questions, see what’s new
• Morning tea, lunch and time to catch up.

Karen and Stacey from Calf Experts will cover:

• Shed setup and easy wins to get you sorted early
• Day-one calf care: what to do and when
• The 5 Qs of colostrum and why they matter
• Taking hygiene up a notch
• Feeding tips for good rumen development
• Their top tips for boosting animal health

Plus plenty of time for Q&A along the way.

OSPRI at the roadshow

Our team will be attending each event to provide updates and guidance on:

• The new legal requirements around the use of raw milk in calf feeding
• NAIT obligations and best practices
• Animal traceability and biosecurity

We’ll be on hand to answer your questions, provide resources, and help you stay on top of your compliance requirements.

At each event, we're also giving away a $100 Farmlands voucher! To enter the draw to win, have a chat with the OSPRI team.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and prepare for a successful calf-rearing season. Bring your team along – everyone is welcome.

Special thanks to the Calf Experts and Farmlands for supporting OSPRI at these events.