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.
For more information:
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