Management tips as breeding season enters the final phase

Teagasc advisor, Tom Coll, is on this week’s OviCast with some practical management tips as the breeding season draws to a close.

 

Tom highlights the importance of ram management at this stage — from identifying repeats to dealing with injured or lame rams. 

 

We also chat about why it’s a good idea to group ewes in the latter half of the breeding period and the benefits of having a spare ram available.

 

The discussion then turns to managing ram lambs, reducing the risk of fighting post-mating, and best practices for ram care once the breeding season ends.

 

We finish up by talking about the importance of monitoring and managing ewe condition in the lead-up to housing.

 

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What is OviCast?

OviCast is the Teagasc Sheep podcast.

Presented by Ciaran Lynch it brings you the latest advice, insights and technical updates for the sheep industry.

Visit the show page at: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast/