Sheep Genetics, Reproduction and Lambing

Genetics

These links provide information on performance records, Estimated Progenty Differences and sheep breeding terminology.

• Performance Records - Do You Really Need More Paper?
• Using Performance Records for Sheep Selection
• Selecting The Right Ram With EPDs
• Glossary Of Sheep Breeding Terminology

Performance Programs (External Links)

Links to other genetic evaluation programs.

• GenOvis
  • GenOvis is the Canadian genetic evaluation program for sheep producers.
• CSGES
  • The Canadian Sheep Genetics Evaluation System (CSGES) blog site contains technical documentation for the genetic evaluations and online program used in the GenOvis program
• LambPlan
  • Australian genetic improvement program.
• Sheep Improvement Ltd. - Genetic Improvement
  • New Zealand sheep genetic evaluation program.
• Signet
  • United Kingdom sheep genetic evaluation program.

Lambing

Factsheets providing information on lambing.

• Hypothermia in Newborn Lambs
• Care of the Newborn Lamb
• Assisting the Ewe at Lambing
• Understanding Lamb Mortality

Reproduction/Breeding

Factsheets providing information on breeding and reproduction.

• Sheep Reproduction Basics and Conception Rates
• Out-of-Season Breeding Alternatives for Sheep
• Pregnancy Scanning: Management Tips
• Breeding Options for a Commercial Sheep Flock
• Crossbreeding
• Choosing Breeds for Producing Profitable Market Lambs

Sheep Breeds (External Links)

These external links include information on breeds of sheep.

• Sheep Breeds
  • Brief descriptions of many sheep breeds worldwide, as well as the area where they are located.