Teagasc Advisor, Tom Coll is on this episode of the OviCast podcast with some practical management tips as the breeding season draws to a close.

Tom highlights the importance of ram management at this stage; from identifying repeats to dealing with injured or lame rams.

Joining podcast host Ciaran Lynch, they also chat about why it’s a good idea to group ewes in the latter half of the breeding period and the benefits of having a spare ram available.

The discussion then turns to managing ram lambs, reducing the risk of fighting post-mating, and best practices for ram care once the breeding season ends.

The podcast concludes with a discussion on the importance of monitoring and managing ewe condition in the lead-up to housing.

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