OVER DEZE AFLEVERING
In this episode of OviCast, Dr Frank Campion discusses the role of forage crops within an integrated livestock system and the value they can bring to sheep enterprises.
Frank outlines the different forage crop options, their expected yields and the classes of stock they are best suited to.
He also discusses the impact of sowing date, the importance of estimating crop yield and key grazing management considerations.
Finally, Frank explains the levels of lamb performance that can be achieved and highlights how forage crops can improve flock profitability by generating additional income during the winter months.
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Sean also explains some of the key i…
Amanda McEvoy joins us to discuss the impact of recent weather conditions on worm burdens in sheep flocks.
Amanda begins by explaining how lambs become infected and how weather influences the development and survival of parasites on pasture.
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