Sheep farming made easy

Sheep farming made easy Part 12: Controlling predators on sheep farms

Severe losses are suffered by farmers due to predators. The severity of the problem varies by farm and geographic region. For some producers, predator losses can be so overwhelming that ...

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18 Aug 2022 · 6 min read

Sheep farming made easy Part 11: Grazing management

Grazing management is how and when you control the grazing habits of the animals on your pastures. What animals, how, when, and for how long they graze a pasture determines the species m...

Livestock

18 Aug 2022 · 6 min read

Sheep farming made easy Part 10: Good nutrition – the key to lambing success

Investing in proper nutrition for pregnant and lactating ewes saves both time and money in the long run. Ewes in good body condition prior to lambing have healthier lambs and fewer compl...

Livestock

18 Aug 2022 · 7 min read

Sheep farming made easy part 8: Sheep handling equipment and restraining devices

Effective sheep handling equipment can cut labour hours by as much as 18%, while allowing handlers to complete a variety of tasks efficiently and safely. The layout of the sheep far...

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18 Aug 2022 · 8 min read

Sheep farming made easy Part 7: Basic concepts of handling sheep and lambs

Though frequency and need varies, it is usually necessary to handle sheep several times per year for various reasons. Without an easy way to handle sheep and lambs, important tasks often...

Livestock

18 Aug 2022 · 8 min read

Sheep farming made easy – Part 6: Systems and methods to treat and handle sheep waste

One of the most important aspects of any animal-based agricultural operation is having an effective waste management plan which reaps the benefits of the waste and helps reduce the risks...

Livestock

18 Aug 2022 · 7 min read

Sheep farming made easy Part 5: Biosecurity on sheep farms

Biosecurity means the management practices that are followed to prevent the introduction and spread of diseases. Healthy animals are the cornerstone of successful sheep farming. Biosecur...

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18 Aug 2022 · 5 min read

Sheep farming made easy Part 4: The big five of parasite control

Devastating losses can be caused in sheep flocks by parasites. In most sheep production areas, internal parasites, or gastro-intestinal nematodes, also known as worms, are the primary di...

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24 May 2022 · 6 min read

Sheep farming made easy Part 3: Sheep production facilities and equipment

Housing needs for sheep vary by climate, seasons of lambing, and management preferences of the farmer. Many different types of housing can be used for sheep. Traditional barns, pole buil...

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24 May 2022 · 7 min read

Sheep farming made easy – Part 2: Production cycles and reproduction management

Reproduction is one of the most important factors which determine profitability when farming with sheep. The reproductive rate varies by farm, production system, and geographic areas. ...

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24 May 2022 · 7 min read