Management priorities for February

Damian Costello, Teagasc Sheep Specialist, joins Ciaran Lynch on this episode of the OviCast podcast to outline key sheep management priorities for February as farms gear up for lambing.

Grassland management and planning for early nitrogen applications when conditions allow forms a focus of the conversation, along with the importance of getting ewe nutrition right in late pregnancy, including practical feeding tips.

Flock health, with a focus on lameness, and securing supplies ahead of the lambing season, is also discussed.

Additionally, Damian reminds farmers about the sheep census deadline, and finishes by highlighting the upcoming Teagasc National Hill Sheep Conference.

Listen in below:

For more information read Damian’s advice on: Managing your sheep farm through February

For more episodes, visit the OviCast podcast show page.