Previously published for The Daily Record through OSU Extension Wayne County I’ve gotten the question a few times – ‘How can I prevent water troughs
On the SheepThings Podcast, marketing emails and questions are becoming more prevalent. How do I market my sheep? That is such a broad question and
EBVs are tools that producers can use to select breeding animals that will help them meet flock goals for specific traits such as growth, milk,
As producers we cannot control the weather, but we can build resilience into our farm systems to mediate its effects. Silvopasture – the intentional integration
Winter grazing for livestock offers numerous benefits that extend beyond traditional feeding practices. This article explores the advantages of winter grazing, including improved animal performance,
Often producers interested in adding genetics for parasite resistance to their flock are faced with deciphering the fecal egg count (FEC) EBVs listed on a
Meningeal worm (Parelaphostrongylus tenuis), also known as deer worm or brain worm, is a parasite of white tail deer that typically causes disease in sheep
Like many sheep articles, personal experience was the inspiration for this one. And like most sheep problems, the exact cause isn’t certain, but the pattern
We often get asked “Where’s the best place to buy sheep?” A lot depends on your goals and what you’ll use the sheep for, but
We all know that our sheep need minerals, but how do we know that we are not over- or under-supplying their needs? Mineral deficiencies can