Peter Garratt
Darling Downs, Queensland
Queensland dairy farmer Peter Garratt is boosting tech and investing in infrastructure on the property that’s been in his family for 95 years to continue their proud legacy for years to come.
With the support of a $100,000 grant from the Woolworths Innovation Fund, Peter is set to introduce an automatic grain batching system, which will support a balanced diet for his herd by ensuring an accurate mix of the right grains which can be tailored as needed.
He will also use the grant to reduce feed loss with improved fodder storage, build an effluent recycling system, and boost cow health and comfort with additions to the herd’s summertime shelter, including motion detecting comfort brushes and a ventilation system.
Mr Garratt’s dairy produces 2.6 million litres of milk annually, milking 250 Holstein cows year-round on the Darling Downs property he lives on with his young family and runs in partnership with his parents.
We’re proud to partner with Peter and back his plans to harness technology for improved efficiency and the wellbeing of his herd.