Like any livestock management system, pasture lambing requires careful recordkeeping; knowledge of animal nutrition, health and behavior; and—just as important—attention to detail.
Learn low-stress sheep birthing and flock management techniques with Dr. Dahlia O’Brian. Topics will include:
• Items to include in your lambing toolbox
• Nutrition and feeding management
• Record keeping
• Newborn lamb care
• Ewe health management
Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear proper footwear. This will be an outdoor event.
For more information, contact Tammy Holler at 804.895.9472 or Tholler@vsu.edu.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please call (804) 524-3292 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.