LWMP 2007 Managing the Lamb Finishing Operation

LWMP 2007: Managing the Lamb Finishing Operation

Description

Managing the Lamb Finishing Operation covers a systematic approach to management of a lamb finishing operation. It includes practices that will help insure a successful sheep enterprise.

Management Credits

1

Topics to be Covered

1. Rations and management steps to be used in creep, grower and finisher stages of production

2. Nutrient requirements of lambs by age group

3. Records needed to evaluate lamb performance

Learning Outcomes

1. Describe record keeping needs to evaluate lamb performance.

2. Describe proper feeder/bunk management techniques.

3. Describe rations and management steps to be used in creep, grower and finishing stages.

4. Identify nutrient needs of lambs by age group.

5. Explain management steps to insure maximum lamb performance.