Sheep and Goats

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Lamb management during poor marketing conditions

A look at options for managing lambs during poor marketing conditions. Includes insight on feed plans and costs vs weight gains and benefits, shearing, animal health, vaccines, and nutrition.

Shelby Filley | Aug 2019 | Article

Keeping Wool Clean

Methods and issues with keeping wool from being contaminated.

Shelby Filley | Aug 2018 | Article

Sheep and Goats Collection

Here is a collection of our favorite resources for sheep and goat production information, including production and management, reproduction, nutrition, lambing, and more.

Aug 2019 | Collection

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The USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) has important information and support programs for farmers and ranchers. They list Farm Bill details and have programs for disaster relief and conservation projects. They also have farm loans and special programs to support agricultural producers.

May 2020 | Online Resource

Temple Grandin Website

Information on animal handling, humane slaughter and more.

Shelby Filley | May 2020 | Online Resource

Algae Blooms in ponds, rivers, and lakes

Oregon Health Authority website has information on Blue-Green Algae, including Current Cyanobacteria Advisories. They note, "Don't go into water that looks foamy, scummy, thick like paint, pea-green, blue-green or brownish red. A good rule of thumb for you and your pet is: When in Doubt, Stay Out!"

Shelby Filley | May 2020 | Online Resource

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