In today’s video, we’re tackling some important sheep farming tasks, starting with setting up the mobile race to mineral dose and bolus my sheep. It’s a job I’ve never done before pre-tupping, but concerns over mineral deficiencies affecting fertility have made it a priority this year. My student, Cian, who helped during lambing time, is back on the farm to lend a hand, while Robbie takes on the firewood splitting duties.
We first work through the hogget ewes, commenting on their condition following a previous dip, before moving on to the main mob of 200 ewes. Along the way, we encounter challenges such as age-related issues, bad mouths, bottle jaw, and recovering from maggot strike. The focus then shifts to the ram lambs, where we address what appears to be a cobalt deficiency by drenching and bolusing them.
As part of an on-farm trial, Cian picks out two lambs from a group of 10 that have not been supplemented with cobalt this year-and the difference is clear! My 4-year-old daughter, Enya, also gets involved in the farm work, helping us along the way. It’s a busy day of trials, challenges, and insights into managing sheep health.
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8 окт 2024
