Unit 3: Understanding the Ewe

About the unit

This short unit explains the life of the ewe. It will help you understand the cycle she follows year after year.

The breeding cycle of an ewe follows a seasonal pattern and is typically aligned with natural reproductive cycles to ensure optimal lambing and management.

  • Estrus
  • Tupping
  • Gestation
  • Lambing
  • Lactation
  • Anoestrus

Author: Sara Roberts

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