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henry.paris

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Feeding ewe lambs to lamb as yearlings
« on: January 12, 2017, 09:24:11 am »
How much do you feed your bred ewe lambs? I know it is a balance to get as much growth of the ewe lambs but not excessively big baby lambs. I've been feeding 1 lb 12% commercial sheep feed twice a day with all the good quality grass hay they want . 
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Re: Feeding ewe lambs to lamb as yearlings
« Reply #1 on: January 12, 2017, 04:52:07 pm »
Your way short on protein and likely high on energy. 2 lbs of 16 percent grain mix along with  the hay, will likely be a better match. High energy is likely to do more damage. Fat ewe, fat baby, fat liver. = possible ketosis, weak ,stupid lamb .
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Re: Feeding ewe lambs to lamb as yearlings
« Reply #2 on: January 13, 2017, 05:53:01 am »
4# Good quality alfalfa, 2 pounds corn, 24% molasses tub works for us
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Don Drewry

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Re: Feeding ewe lambs to lamb as yearlings
« Reply #3 on: January 28, 2017, 11:48:28 am »
Our ewe lambs do best on 14% protein 2-2.5 lbs per day of grain & free choice alfalfa.
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Raising Hampshire club lambs and terminal sire breeding stock with EBVs.
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