Joining ewe lambs and some of the factors that influence its success

Dr Tim Keady joins us on the latest OviCast podcast to discuss joining ewe lambs and some of the factors that influence its success.

Tim discusses what the key drivers of the system are. A discussion also takes place on the impact of joining weight and the influence that the ram effect can have. Additionaly, Tim offers his insights on the duration of the breeding season and ram management during the mating period.

Post-mating management is also outlined, with Tim emphassing the importance of nutrtion and the need to manage ewe lambs separately during the production cycle. The podcast finishes up on the topic of the potential knock-on effect of joining ewe lambs on subsequent performance.

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