Lambing Essentials

Ensuring the correct intake of balanced Vitamins and Minerals is essential for the productivity and health of livestock. Proper supplementation is a key component of any management plan, particularly in areas with known soil deficiencies or varying forage/grazing quality. When selecting a Vitamin/Mineral supplement, several factors should be considered, including the age, weight and breeding status of the animal, the forage being fed, the Vitamin and Mineral levels in feedstuffs, grazing and water sources, along with the overall goals you aim to achieve.

Finishing lambs is a critical phase in sheep farming to ensure the optimum financial return and should be focused to the end market and ultimately current consumer requirements.

Sheep worrying is a distressing issue that affects not only the livelihoods of farmers but also the welfare of animals and the peace of rural communities. It refers to the act of dogs distressing, chasing, attacking or even killing sheep, causing significant harm and often resulting in the loss of valuable livestock. This increasing problem highlights the importance of responsible pet ownership and the need for education and awareness to prevent such incidents from occurring.

When it comes to raising healthy and thriving lambs, one of the most common challenges that farmers may encounter is a condition called Watery Mouth, which can also be referred to as ‘rattle belly’. Watery Mouth refers to an issue among lambs, particularly in the early days of life. In this blog post, we will explore what Watery Mouth is, its causes, symptoms and most importantly, how to effectively manage and prevent this condition while ensuring the well-being of your newborn lambs.

With lambing season fast approaching (and in full swing for many of us!), we have created a list of our top 5 lambing essentials to help your season run that little bit smoother.