As we think ahead to when the days grow shorter and the crisp air heralds the arrival of autumn, Farmers and smallholders start to prepare for the much-awaited tupping season.
This critical period in the farming calendar requires meticulous planning and the use of appropriate products to ensure a successful breeding season. In this blog post, we will explore four essential products that will undoubtedly prove invaluable during this crucial time.
1. Mating Mark Ram Crayon:
The Mating Mark Ram Crayon is an essential for sheep breeders during tupping season. This simple, yet effective product allows farmers to accurately track breeding activity, ensuring that each ewe is covered and detect any potential fertility issues early on.
Benefits include:
Accurate breeding records: The crayon leaves distinct marks, allowing farmers to easily identify which ewes have been successfully tupped.
Optimal timing: With clear marking, farmers can ensure that each ewe is covered during her most fertile period, increasing the chances of successful conception.
2. Ram Harness:
The ram harness is another product that is relied on by farmers and smallholders as it aids effective tupping management. This adjustable harness fits comfortably on the ram and holds the Mating Mark Ram Crayon securely in place. It ensures that the crayon transfers its mark consistently and accurately, preventing smudging or fading during breeding.
Benefits:
Consistent markings: The ram harness keeps the crayon in position, providing consistent and reliable markings.
Ease of use: Putting on the harness is a straightforward process, making it convenient for individuals to prepare their rams for the breeding season.
3. Heygates Ram & Lamb Coarse Mix:
A well-balanced and nutritious diet is paramount for the overall health and reproductive performance of your flock during tupping season. The Heygates Ram & Lamb Coarse Mix is specially formulated to meet the nutritional requirements of rams and ewes during this crucial time.
Benefits:
Enhanced condition: This mix combines essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals necessary for optimum fertility and successful lambing.
Improved lamb growth: The balanced nutrition extends to the lambs and promotes healthy growth.
4. StowAg Hi-Energy Tubs:
StowAg Hi-Energy Tubs are a valuable supplement to support your sheep's needs all year round. The tubs provide fully balanced levels of vitamins and minerals to promote good stock health and overall performance.
Benefits:
Livestock condition: These tubs are suitable for use with sheep pre-tupping and pre-lambing and help flock’s to remain healthy.
Easy to manage: The tubs are convenient and low-maintenance, making it simple for farmers to ensure their flock receives the required energy boost.
As you gear up for tupping season, remember to keep mating mark ram crayons, ram harnesses, Heygates Ram & Lamb Coarse Mix and StowAg Hi-Energy tubs in mind to support breeding success and ensure your flock remain healthy.
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