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Tupping triggers the start of the sheep year so the condition of the ewe is paramount at this time. Ewes not in the correct condition can ovulate fewer eggs, have erratic oestrus and can incur higher ...

Sheep producers who have not yet weaned lambs should act now to avoid dragging down ewe condition ahead of tupping. Independent sheep consultant Nerys Wright says weaning at 12 weeks is universally ...