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March 2026
Maximising Lamb Survival at Lambing Time: Lambing season is one of the most rewarding — and demanding — times on the sheep calendar. Every extra lamb reared per ewe has a major impact on farm profitability, so attention to detail during late pregnancy and lambing pays real dividends.
- Maximising lamb survival isn’t about 1 single action; it’s about getting several management areas right.
- Start Before Lambing – Ewe Nutrition Is Critical
Strong lambs begin with well-fed ewes. Around 70% of foetal growth occurs in the final 6 weeks of pregnancy, so energy and protein intake must match litter size and ewe body condition.