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List of resources for small flock owners located in Central Maine; and for people thinking of becoming small flock owners anywhere in the US. Has links including everything from mills for processing fiber, to books and periodicals, to husbandry tips.
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This article examines the pros and cons of early and late lambing systems and how they can fit individual producer's goals and operations.
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A discussion on early versus late lambing and what may be appropriate for your flock.
Early vs. Late Lambing - Which
This article first appeared in The Working Border
Collie, Inc. in Sept/Oct 1995
Extension Sheep Specialist
In the last several years, it seems that many
of the farm
Weaning lambs should not be done on impulse, but should be a well-planned activity.
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University of Illinois Extension
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Are planning on creep feeding your calves this year?
Yes, cheap feed and high calf prices who isn't
No, do not want to
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Guard dogs are an effective method to reduce predation on livestock. Guard llamas and donkeys also appear to reduce losses but appear less effective than guard dogs. Guard dogs can be used in farm flock/pasture operations, on open range, and in feedlots. Llamas and donkeys are most effective in fenced pastures less than 300 acres.
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List of references regarding the effect of transport upon sheep.
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Sheep Transport References
Buchenauer D. (1996) Proceedings of an International Conference,
Considering the Welfare of Sheep During Transport, St. Catherine's
Broom, D.M., Goode, J.A., Hall S.J.L.,
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