flock management Flashcards
1
Q
management practices
A
environment
shearing
breeding and lambing schedule
2
Q
housing sheep indoor
A
ventilation
proper bedding
space
not good if they are inside all the time
3
Q
housing sheep outdoor
A
shelter
watch the climate and weather
shade
good feeding options
4
Q
shearing
A
done a few times a year
we do it once a year in May
5
Q
biosecurity
A
setup for a farm PPE footbaths quarantine limited visitors manure handling facility maintenance closed flock
6
Q
Facility Maintenance
A
Inspect and repair holes
Make sure to keep area clean
Check for rain and storm water damage
Identify and correct manure runoff problems
Prevent standing water
Check fences along farm and pasture perimeters
Electric fencing
