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Yard weaning lambs - why do it?

While yard weaning calves is common practice, yard weaning a commercial flock of lambs is not. The logistics and challenges are more difficult than for calves, so many producers question its value. Pamela Lawson looks at the potential benefits and problems when yard weaning lambs and the best<br /> strategies for success.

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Yard weaning lambs - why do it?

The idea of yard weaning commercial lambs is appealing for many producers as it has the same potential benefits associated with yard weaning beef calves. These include the weaned animals being calmer to...

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A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Kondinin team.

A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Kondinin team.

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Research Report: Livestock Management Software (September 2024)

Kondinin Group's September Research Report looks at a range of livestock management software platforms which can make life a lot easier when it comes to efficient sheep and cattle production.

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Research Report: Grain Storage (August 2024)

This month's Research Report from Kondinin Group looks at the benefits and challenges associated with ground level storage with a focus on growers who have done it successfully.

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Research Report: Grouper Bins (July 2024)

This month's Research Report from Kondinin Group looks at a range of Australian-made grouper bins which can make a big difference when it comes to input logistics on the farm.

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Research Report: Carbon Calculators (June 2024)

Farming Ahead's June Research Report compares two carbon calculators which can be used by grain growers.