Productivity

Productivity is the key to securing a strong, sustainable foundation upon which we can grow a thriving Scottish cattle sector.

This theme will help producers to look at the moving parts of their business and build a way of better understanding whether their business is performing as well as it can.

Focusing on simple metrics like outputs per cow and threats or weaknesses in your business, we can help to build resilient businesses that grow and continue from one generation to the next.

RESOURCES

When you are taking the time to evaluate your business and whether it’s performing at its best, use this guide to assess the aspects of your business that have the strongest influence. Undertake the activities that are relevant to your business and consider the learnings of other farmers through our case studies and examples.

This section guides you through understanding and improving your cost of production, harnessing the power of KPIs, and gaining deeper insight into your business operations. With clear, practical advice rooted in the red-meat sector’s realities, it’s designed to help you boost efficiency, profitability, and confidence in your decision-making.

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