Spreadsheet to help ewe flock owners decide whether to feed-out and finish their own lambs or marketing lambs for the ethnic kill or as feeder lambs in the fall. 

Reducing winter feed costs will challenge even the most experienced producers. The following management suggestions will, hopefully, provide some "food for thought" for dealing with winter-feed supply problems - before they reach a crisis level. 2 pp.

Feeding the Farm Flock for Production is a four part series pertaining to basic ewe nutrition and its effect on production-related decisions. The progression of this basic nutrition series parallels the production cycle of the ewe. Part I addresses breeding and early gestation, Part II covers late gestation, Part III discusses lactation and maintenance, and Part IV vitamins and minerals. Basic nutrition is simplified by limiting the discussion to traditional Michigan production practices. A summary of feeding recommendations can be found at the end of each installment. 7 pp.

Feeding the Farm Flock for Production is a four part series pertaining to basic ewe nutrition and its effect on production-related decisions. The progression of this basic nutrition series parallels the production cycle of the ewe. Part I addressed breeding and early gestation, this portion of the series covers late gestation, Part III discusses lactation and maintenance, and Part IV will discuss vitamins and minerals. Basic nutrition is simplified by limiting the discussion to traditional Michigan production practices. A summary of feeding recommendations can be found at the end of each installment. 6 pp.

Feeding the Farm Flock for Production is a four part series pertaining to basic ewe nutrition and its effect on production-related decisions. The progression of this basic nutrition series parallels the production cycle of the ewe. Part I addresses breeding and early gestation, Part II covers late gestation, Part III discusses lactation and maintenance, and Part IV vitamins and minerals. Basic nutrition is simplified by limiting the discussion to traditional Michigan production practices. A summary of feeding recommendations can be found at the end of each installment. 8 pp.

Discussion of how internal parasite issues can impact grazing flocks in the Midwest. 16 pp.
 
These files are part of the Michigan State University Extension archives to be used for historical reference, but not for current recommendations. For current recommendations contact your local Extension office.