Finding the Right Ram for You
Ram selection and breeding decisions have lasting impacts on your flock. When replacement females are retained, these decisions can quickly account for a significant majority of your genetics. Just because a ram is a crowd favorite at a sale or a leader in a particular trait or two does not mean it is the right ram for your operation at that given time. The following steps should be taken to carefully evaluate your flock and make accurate ram selection decisions. Establish Goals: The first step to finding the right ram is determining goals for your flock. These goals should take…