Practical Lambing
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Practical Lambing
Starting dates and places
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Description
Provides practical skills and knowledge needed to lamb ewes, and to deal with minor problems using the correct techniques. Also covers care of ewes and lambs before and after lambing, with emphasis on animal welfare.
Course Content
A two day course to give you the practical skills and knowledge to lamb ewes, and to deal with minor problems, using the correct techniques. The course also covers care of ewes and lambs before and after lambing. The emphasis is on animal welfare and is taught in a supportive atmosphere using flocks in Dorset.
- Care prior to lambing
- Signs of lambing
- Types of presentations
- Using the lambing simulator
- Working in the lambing shed
- Tailing and castrating
Mainly pract…
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Provides practical skills and knowledge needed to lamb ewes, and to deal with minor problems using the correct techniques. Also covers care of ewes and lambs before and after lambing, with emphasis on animal welfare.
Course Content
A two day course to give you the practical skills and knowledge to lamb ewes, and to deal with minor problems, using the correct techniques. The course also covers care of ewes and lambs before and after lambing. The emphasis is on animal welfare and is taught in a supportive atmosphere using flocks in Dorset.
- Care prior to lambing
- Signs of lambing
- Types of presentations
- Using the lambing simulator
- Working in the lambing shed
- Tailing and castrating
Mainly practical sessions.
Weekend course (Sat and Sun)
Entry Requirements
Interest and enthusiasm.
Next Steps?
Smallholders Certificate or other part-time agricultural courses.
Next Dates
1 x Sat & Sun
Starts:
13/10//12
2/3/13
09.15am - 4.45pm
Cost
£160
Women who are pregnant can not take the course. Anyone living with a pregnant woman must discuss health and safety precautions with the course tutor.
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