Small (Ruminant) Talk. Considerations for Fall
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In this episode from NCAT's Southeast Regional Office in Fayetteville, Arkansas, Regional Director Margo Hale and Livestock Specialist Linda Coffey talk about Linda's recent trip to attend an international meeting about internal parasite management, and some of the lessons she learned there.
They then discuss what's happening on their farms in the fall: breeding season, and considerations about selecting and caring for the males; assessing male temperament and safety; and assessing the condition of the females. They also briefly discuss fall pasture management and stockpiling for winter.
E-mail Margo and Linda with feedback or questions or suggestions for future topics at [email protected] and [email protected]. Also see the link to the NCAT Southeast Regional Office website and Facebook page below.
Related ATTRA Resources:
Livestock (Animal Health and Nutrition topic area)
Sheep and Goats: Frequently Asked Questions
Managing Internal Parasites in Sheep and Goats
Managed Grazing Tutorial: Stockpiling module
Pasture, Rangeland and Grazing Management
Other Resources:
American Consortium for Small Ruminant Parasite Control
Dr. Faffa Malan – FAMACHA. South African Landbou video on the history of FAMACHA
Got a Mean Ram? You May be to Blame
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