HOW TO WEIGH GOATS, SHEEP OR SWINE
HOW TO WEIGH GOATS, SHEEP OR SWINE One of the most important steps in market project management is weighing your animal. Feed amounts must be adjusted by knowing the weight…
HOW TO WEIGH GOATS, SHEEP OR SWINE One of the most important steps in market project management is weighing your animal. Feed amounts must be adjusted by knowing the weight…
HAY NEEDS FOR GOATS & SHEEPTHE STORY OF A RUMINANT Market goats & sheep need high quality hay to complement their grain ration. A diet of grain alone can potentially…
HOW TO PICK OUT A MARKET PROJECT FOR 1ST TIME SHOWMEN Every year, some unsuspecting parent is suddenly faced with the request “Hey Mom & Dad! I want to show…
WATER BENEFITSThe Power of Hydration Water is the single most important nutrient needed by all animals and people! Water helps the body manage: Body Metabolic Functions (how the body converts…
HOW TO MEASURE FEED One of the most important steps in market project management is weighing your animal. Feed amounts must be adjusted by knowing the weight changes. On average,…
TRAINING SHEEP FOR SHOWPart 1 – Tips & Techniques for Setting the Foundation Showmanship Theory & Mindset: “Showmanship training, along with feed & health management all begin on day one.…
SHEEP TERMINOLOGY So what is the difference in names? Like all species, there are specific names for specific points in an animal’s life. But, because many do not know the…
WHAT TO EXPECT AT A LAMB AUCTION Attending an auction is a great education in preparing for showing a market project. Even if you already have plans to purchase your…
HOW TO PICK OUT A MARKET LAMB Picking out a market lamb can be a challenge. The first obstacle is that they appear to all look alike! Our goal is…
THE BEHAVIOR OF SHEEP In managing a lamb project, it’s important to understand the difference between healthy and sick lamb behaviors. It will help you identify a potential health problem. …