Know the feed supply

Understand the variability of the feed supply curve

Identify opportunities to change the feed supply curve

Define the feed requirements for different classes of sheep

Set condition score or liveweight targets for different stages of the year

Modify the animal demand curve to match the pasture supply curve

Set trigger points to cope with seasonal variation

Monitor stock and pastures and prepare feed budgets to match pasture supply with animal demand

Consider seasonal adjustment of stock to suit the conditions

Achieving even pasture utilisation