Good nutrition for ewes vital during late-pregnancy
The final six-to-eight weeks before lambing is an important time during late-pregnancy in ewes. The growth of the foetus during this period is 75-80%. Research has indicated that ewes have to be fed adequately and correctly during this period and that the right nutrition of the ewes is fundamental. It’s understood that daily requirements cannot be met with forage-based diets alone. According to advice from Teagasc the following will have to…