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Worksheet
Cost per kilogram of gain
Add up your costs for a period and calculate the cost of each kilogram gained.
What to record · Group · Start date · End date · Starting group weight (kg) · Ending group weight (kg) · Period costs (₸) · Gain (kg) · Cost per kg gained (₸/kg)
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Logbook
Livestock weighing log
Record weights and dates by group. The guide includes a blank CSV spreadsheet.
What to record · Date · Time · Group / pen · Animal ID · Live weight (kg) · Scale · Notes
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Checklist
Farm launch checklist
Assess your site, feed supply, staffing and buyers before committing to major expenses.
What to record · Check date · Item to check · Person responsible · Evidence · Next action · Due date
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Logbook
Feed delivery and leftovers log
Compare actual feed delivery with the plan and record what is left at the next check.
What to record · Date and time · Pen · Gross weight (kg) · Tare weight (kg) · Net weight (kg) · Declared weight (kg) · Next check time · Leftovers (kg) · Notes
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Logbook
Observation log for the veterinarian
Record your observations and prepare a clear handover for the veterinarian.
What to record · Date and time · Pen · Animal IDs · Number of animals observed · What was observed · What is still unknown · Question for the veterinarian · Time reported