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Sheep Fertility In Western Australia, R J. Lightfoot
Sheep Fertility In Western Australia, R J. Lightfoot
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
Why do one-quarter of the ewes that are joined in W.A. fail to lamb? Sheep and Wool Adviser Dr. R. J. Lightfoot analyses the eight stages in sheep reproduction, explaining the causes and possible prevention of infertility at each stage.
The Causes And Control Of Infertility Of Rams, J Craig
The Causes And Control Of Infertility Of Rams, J Craig
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
FACTORS other than physical faults often cause infertility of rams.
Obviously, it is important to distinguish between temporary and permanent infertility to apply the proper remedy.
Ram Management, J Craig
Ram Management, J Craig
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
REALISING that good rams play an important role in flock improvement, the wise flock owner selects his rams after careful consideration of their breeding, type, production and fleece characters or potential meat-producing qualities.
Good ram management can have a major effect on lambing percentages. In this article Senior Veterinary Surgeon J. Craig outlines methods of achieving the best results from rams.