heat stress in sheep

Heat Stress in Sheep: Protecting Performance, Reproduction, and Flock Health During Summer 

Summer brings longer days and abundant grazing opportunities, but it also creates one of the biggest seasonal challenges for producers: heat stress in sheep. While sheep are often considered hardy animals, prolonged exposure to high temperatures and humidity can negatively impact growth, reproduction, feed intake, and overall flock performance.  Heat stress does not just impact sheep during extreme heat waves. Several […]

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breeding sheep

A Guide to Breeding Sheep 

We typically think of springtime as a time of birth and growth. Farmers are in the fields, flowers are blooming, and sheep producers are planning their next genetic matings. Changes in technology and evolving demand for lambs throughout the year have led more producers to summertime breeding. So now is the time to start planning […]

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protein tub for sheep

The Benefits of a Protein Tub for Sheep 

Protein Tub for Sheep Protein is known as the building block for cells. As you work to build your quality sheep flock, you want to be sure that the health and nutrition of that flock are top priorities. If they are, you need to offer adequate protein to your ewes when they need it most.   When […]

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