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Preparing for a successful joining
Good preparation of ewes for joining can increase reproductive rates and decrease the number of ewes scanned dry. Ram preparation is also important to ensure they are in prime condition to work and pass on their genes. This article looks at ways to improve how you prepare for a successful joining.
Articles That Might Interest You
Mastering Sheep Breeding Values and Selection Indexes
Getting started with ASBVs and Selection Indexes can help woolgrowers make faster, smarter breeding decisions and improve flock profitability. It’s not just about chasing numbers — understanding an animal’s genetic merit helps you select sheep that fit your system and drive profit. This article breaks down the basics, including how ASBVs work, what Selection Indexes do and practical steps stud and commercial breeders are taking to make these tools work for you.
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Recognising and preventing metabolic disease in lambing ewes
Optimising ewe nutrition during pregnancy and lactation is critical for the health, productivity and survival of ewes and their lambs. This article covers risk factors, what to look for, and how to prevent and treat two of the common metabolic disorders seen in pregnant and lactating ewes – pregnancy toxaemia and hypocalcemia.
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Management targets for increased productivity and profitability
Ewe nutrition during pregnancy and lactation plays a major role in the productivity and survival of the ewe and her lambs. Here we have summarised the management targets for optimum productivity and profitability along with what to do and what to avoid when managing ewes to optimise lamb survival.
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