Across Australian livestock operations, performance and profitability increasingly depend on how well producers understand the nutritional environment of their animals. Water composition, pasture quality and feed utilisation all influence growth, fertility and overall efficiency, yet many of these factors remain untested on-farm.
DIT Lab provides practical, production-focused testing for water, forage and dung. Which allows you to turn your laboratory results into clear decisions that support productivity, animal health and long-term sustainability.
Why nutrition testing matters
Good nutrition is not just about providing supplements. It is about understanding what livestock are already consuming and what is missing.
DIT Lab helps producers:
- Identify nutritional gaps before performance drops
- Improve supplementation strategies
- Reduce feed costs by targeting what animals truly need
- Support herd and flock performance year-round as conditions change
Accurate lab insights mean producers can move away from assumptions and build nutrition programs that fit their operation.
A complete suite of testing services
DIT Lab offers three key services that help producers understand the factors influencing livestock performance.
1. Water quality testing
Water quality directly impacts intake, performance and mineral balance.
DIT Lab measures:
- pH, hardness and dissolved solids
- Nutrient concentrations including nitrogen, sulphur and phosphorus
- Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) for scale and corrosion risk
This information helps producers identify issues that may reduce intake or interfere with supplement programs.
2. Forage testing
Pasture quality changes with season, rainfall and plant maturity. Without testing, it is difficult to know whether forage is supplying enough protein, energy or minerals.
DIT Lab analyses:
- Crude protein
- Energy and fibre
- Minerals
- Moisture level
This data highlights nutritional strengths and gaps, so producers can align supplementation with actual pasture value.
3. Digestibility testing (faecal NIRS)
Knowing what livestock consume is only half the story. Testing dung and digestibility confirms how effectively they are using it.
Faecal NIRS analysis provides insight into:
- Nutrient absorption
- Feed utilisation
These results can be used to refine feeding strategies and improve performance outcomes.
A holistic approach to livestock nutrition
DIT Lab is part of our broader, integrated nutrition offering at DIT AgTech that supports producers from testing through to on-farm implementation. Our approach brings together:
- Accurate laboratory analysis
- Precision water supplementation with uDOSE™
- A full range of scientifically formulated supplements
- Insight and guidance from our nutritionists, animal scientists and Neville, our AI-powered livestock nutrition advisor
We combine data, technology and expert guidance to help producers turn test results into practical on-farm decisions that strengthen animal health, productivity and long-term performance.
What this means for your operation
With DIT Lab, livestock operations can:
- Improve feed efficiency and productivity
- Prevent nutritional deficiencies before they impact performance
- Reduce waste and unnecessary input costs
- Support animal health and welfare across changing seasons
- Make confident decisions using accurate, science-backed data
We help producers build nutrition strategies that are precise and aligned with their production goals.
Book now for 2026
Start the new year off right and organise your water, pasture or dung testing, today, contact your Territory Manager to make your booking. They will guide you through the process and recommend the right tests for your production goals.
Alternatively, we still have limited testing availability before Christmas. Call us today to book.
