Common lamb losses from birth to weaning

Lamb mortality impacts flock productivity around lambing time. Ellie Layton looks at the main issues and how they can be avoided.

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Common lamb losses from birth to weaning

A study carried out by Hybu Cig Cymru showed Welsh flocks saw a lamb mortality rate of 15 per cent, with up to 21 per cent in UK lowland flocks, despite the industry target standing at 6 per cent...

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