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Recognising and preventing metabolic disease in lambing ewes
Optimising ewe nutrition during pregnancy and lactation is critical for the health, productivity and survival of ewes and their lambs. This article covers risk factors, what to look for, and how to prevent and treat two of the common metabolic disorders seen in pregnant and lactating ewes – pregnancy toxaemia and hypocalcemia.
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Sheep nutrition over summer and autumn
Dry pastures and stubbles lack energy and protein and hence supplementary feeding is a large component of sheep diets later in summer and autumn. In addition, some vitamins and minerals may be lacking during the dry period. In this article, we cover some of the key nutritional supplements that may be required and animal health issues to keep an eye out for over summer and autumn
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Why Western Australian woolgrowers should stay with wool
The WA wool industry is currently facing significant challenges, so it's no surprise that many woolgrowers are considering moving away from wool. This article shares the results from a recent enterprise comparison study that suggests that switching enterprises is unlikely to significantly increase profits and provides some practical tips to help woolgrowers
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