This unit is designed to provide students with the latest research and commercial information to enable them to implement best practice feedlot management techniques. The primary aspects of feedyard management are covered, including principles of feedyard management, quality assurance, shipping and receiving cattle, handling and processing of feedlot cattle, feedlot waste management practices and animal welfare. The unit aims to provide an overview of leading management practices to achieve cost effective production of a consistent high quality meat product. This unit is offered in conjunction with the CRC for the Cattle and Beef Industry.