Getting ewes to adopt orphan lambs requires the orphans to smell like the ewe's own brood. There are several ways to transfer the ewe's smell to the orphan and pull off a successful adoption. Here's how to do it.
Minerals are critically important for the health and well-being of livestock. Cattle, sheep and goats are frequently pastured together, but sheep can be harmed by copper, which cattle and goats need. Options to get animals the ...
11 – Cull unproductive animals 10 – Feed a Balanced Ration 9 – Limit feed (rather than self feed) 8 – Feed Whole grain instead of processed 7 – Compare feeds on the cost/pound of nutrient needed, not on total ...
"Meat measles" is the common name for cysticercosis, a condition in which tapeworm larvae embed themselves in the muscles or organs of livestock. Here's how livestock producers can keep meat measles at bay.
There are many causes of fetal loss in sheep and goats — infectious diseases, genetics, stress, weather anomalies and nutritional mishaps. Here's a look at the most common causes and how to prevent them.
Understanding reproduction in sheep promotes highly productive flocks and the wise use of resources. An important point to understand is that the number of lambs produced depends on the seasonal timing of breeding.