Nutrition

Ewe nutrition is top priority

Dr Sue Hatcher, senior research scientist in merino breeding at Orange Agricultural Institute, said a shortage of livestock following the dry means careful pasture management is essential to maximise lamb and wool production this season.

"The importance of pasture for ewes cannot be understated," said Dr Hatcher.

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Weaner weight gain a key to survival

“… lightweight lambs are not destined to die, provided they keep gaining weight after weaning and the higher the growth rate the fewer the deaths.”

Research undertaken by Dr Angus Campbell at the Mackinnon Project, School of Veterinary Science, University of Melbourne, shows there is a very strong association between weaner survival and body growth rates.

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