Start Now For A Successful Fall Lambing Season
May 25, 2023May and June are the months to start your fall lambing season, so follow these tips to ensure your flock's safe and successful lambing in autumn.
The Importance Of Livestock Newborn Umbilical Care
May 1, 2023Livestock umbilical care is an easy, effective way to ensure a good start to life for newborn animals. Here’s what to know about managing your young livestock’s belly button.
Video: Weaning Lambs Safely, Slowly & Steadily
April 21, 2023Weaning lambs and kids is a natural step in raising ruminants, but keep these important things in mind to ensure the health of both offspring and mothers.
How Old Is OLD For Your Sheep? We Have Answers
October 17, 2022Ever wondered when a sheep is too old to breed? Or when a ewe is considered elderly? We looked into issues around breeding, age, health indicators and more!
Raise Sheep On Small Farms For Economical Meat
September 12, 2022You can raise sheep as meat livestock on very small acreage for minimal investment—but you need to take a few steps to keep your costs in check.
When Is The Best Time For Weaning Lambs?
July 11, 2022When is the right time for weaning lambs? The answer depends a lot on your farm conditions and what you, as a shepherd, can do to keep stress low.
Ringwomb Is A Dangerous Lambing Complication
April 4, 2022Ringwomb, or incomplete dilation of the cervix, is a commonly encountered issue during lambing season. Read more to learn how to identify this condition and what to do if it happens on your farm.
Did My Informal Lambing Calculator Backfire This Year?
March 21, 2022Using a lambing calculator can help you better predict when ewes deliver spring lambs—and when you need to have supplies ready to care for the newborns.
How To Treat Hypothermia In Newborn Lambs
February 21, 2022What should you do if signs indicate one of your newborn lambs has hypothermia? It’s important to act quickly; these steps can help you save a life.
Lambing In The Winter: Watch Out For Hypothermia
January 24, 2022Winter lambing isn’t for every shepherd, but for those that do, it’s important to recognize the signs of hypothermia and understand treatment options.
