Dairy Sheep Production Guide
A dairy sheep production guide for producers outlining basic steps in housing, feeding, breeding, lambing and milking ewes for milk products.
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The steps on this page
- Plan housing and fencing
- Select breeds and ewes
- Feed ewes by stage
- Set up a breeding plan
- Prepare for lambing
- Raise lambs and plan weaning
- Set up milking and sanitation routine
- Monitor flock health
- Keep records and talk to a veterinarian
How to use this guide
Follow the steps in order and write down any changes you make. Where your equipment or product has instructions, those come first.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA.
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