To keep your sheep safe, you’ve got to know about all of the plants that are poisonous to them. Although sheep will often avoid eating these plants instinctually, this isn’t something you can count on. And there are many poisonous plants that sheep will try to eat. In this article, I will explore some common …
Are you thinking about getting into sheep farming and wondering what creep feeding is? What on earth is a “creep,” anyway? These are questions I’ll tackle today. I will explain why creep feeding is important, as well as provide tips for creep feeding lambs for maximum growth. I will also discuss how to prevent overeating …
Whether you own a small hobby farm or run a commercial operation, there is a proper marketing technique for wool fiber or wool products when raising sheep for wool production. This includes marketing your raw fleece, yarn, knitted and felted items, or even crafts. Marketing strategies need to be adjusted to the changing trends. Whether …
If you are a sheep farmer or hope to have a flock one day, understanding the different medications and antibiotics for sheep that exist, and how to administer them is essential. In this guide, we will go over the different types of medication for sheep, important medications to have on hand for sheep, and dosage …
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If you have sheep or you plan to start a flock, you need to understand their teeth and how important they are for the animal’s health. Dental health is important for any kind of animal, and it’s especially vital for sheep. After all, they are grazing animals. How well a sheep can graze depends on …
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Rotational grazing can be extremely important in sheep farming operations. It’s the process of separating large fields into small paddocks in which sheep graze more intensely before they are moved into the next paddock. A good rotational grazing system can reduce parasite load, improve pasture quality, and mean your grasslands produce more feed for your …
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New to knitting or crocheting? There are many different types of yarn for knitting to get acquainted with. There are handspun and machine-spun yarns, as well as yarns made from different materials, such as wool and acrylic. Keep reading to find our complete guide to the different types of yarn you can use to knit.
As a sheep farmer, you must know how to wean lambs from their mother’s milk. It’s essential to put them onto grain and hay correctly and at the right time. Weaning lambs improperly leaves lambs at risk of different issues and problems developing later in its life.
Like hay, haylage and silage are forage, and they’re often fed to sheep. They are different from hay, however, in the fact that they are ensiled, which means that they’re fermented. Today, I’ll explore key differences and compare haylage vs silage for sheep, so you can choose the best type of feed for your flock.
If you’re new to sheep farming, you need to know the difference between haylage and dry hay. These two food sources differ in how they are made and stored. In today’s post, I’ll compare haylage vs hay and reveal everything you need to know, including how the nutritional value of haylage compares to hay for …
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