Key steps for sheep flock care this August
Sheep farmers are urged to focus on vital flock management as the breeding season approaches. Expert Damian Costello shares guidance on body condition scoring, ram selection, and parasite control to ensure healthy stock in the coming weeks.
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Teagasc Agricultural News
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In a recent episode of the OviCast podcast, Teagasc Sheep Specialist Damian Costello outlined essential tasks for sheep farmers preparing for the upcoming breeding season. A primary focus is assessing the body condition score (BCS) of ewes, with timely adjustments recommended to optimise health and fertility prior to mating.
The discussion also addressed crucial considerations around ram management. Damian emphasised the importance of thorough evaluation when purchasing new rams, alongside stringent biosecurity measures to prevent disease introduction when adding stock to the flock.
Additionally, this period is ideal for conducting drench tests to verify the effectiveness of anthelmintic treatments currently in use. Farmers are encouraged to consult the detailed Teagasc Sheep Management notes for August for further advice, available on the official Teagasc website.
The discussion also addressed crucial considerations around ram management. Damian emphasised the importance of thorough evaluation when purchasing new rams, alongside stringent biosecurity measures to prevent disease introduction when adding stock to the flock.
Additionally, this period is ideal for conducting drench tests to verify the effectiveness of anthelmintic treatments currently in use. Farmers are encouraged to consult the detailed Teagasc Sheep Management notes for August for further advice, available on the official Teagasc website.
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