With this t�PL�5$�i@�������1cP����)r��J@�p��N�9� e�! Failure to follow withdrawal times can result in illegal residues in the carcass. It is important to feed a balanced diet, paying close attention to minerals. If the lamb’s daily gain has fallen off, ask a knowledgeable adult for some help in determining why. But they have 10% higher maintenance requirements which is a cost. It is important to avoid selecting a lamb that is too big or too old and consequently might be too big or too fat at show time; or one that might have to be held back too severely at the end of the feeding period, resulting in an undesirable carcass. Be sure male lambs have been castrated correctly. 90 days x 1/2 lb per day = 45 lbs. The increased weaning weight is due to a combination of increase in birth weight … %%EOF Average weight at weaning (kg) >30 kg Average daily liveweight gain to weaning (kg per day) >250 g Average 90-day lamb weight (kg) >30 kg 90-day lamb weight per ewe to ram (kg) >45 kg Weight of lamb reared per ewe to ram (kg) >60 kg To compare your performance against industry targets, use the sheep KPI calculator, available at ahdb.org.uk/tools Remember to feed your lamb the proper amount so it will grow at the rate needed for the fair. For example, do not use any feed that is not specifically formulated for ruminants (i.e. The level and ratio of calcium and phosphorus are also important for proper growth and health of lambs. You may want to follow this same procedure with several rates of gains and end weights so you feel comfortable with a weight range for your feeder lamb selection. Minimum weight = 90 lbs Spring born lambs shown in the fall can be fed to gain at a slightly slower rate over the summer than winter born lambs that must be pushed to finish for a spring show, because the feeding period is longer. When you have a market project animal, you must also remember you are raising a food animal and your goals should include producing a safe, wholesome and high quality product for consumers. Some simple steps prior to weaning can greatly reduce the stress for both ewes and lambs. If you have a choice of the route of administration of any medication between subcutaneous and, Coccidiosis can be a common and serious health problem for feeder lambs. When you purchase your feeder lamb, be sure you ask for and write down critical information pertaining to the animal you have selected. Sheep are susceptible to severe digestive upsets with any sudden change in diet. Animal growth: How much feed does an animal require to gain a specified amount of weight each day? endstream endobj 25 0 obj <>/Outlines 15 0 R/Pages 22 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 26 0 obj <>/ProcSet[/PDF/ImageB/Text]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0 0 612 792]/Type/Page>> endobj 27 0 obj <>stream increases lamb birth weight by approximately 0.6 kg. When you make changes in the diet, make them very slowly to avoid digestive upset that can sometimes lead to the death of the animal. Most or all of the ration can come from hay or pasture, but this may lead to an animal with a “hay belly”. If you choose this method of slowing your lamb’s rate of gain, consider doing this mid-way in the feeding period and finishing the lamb on a concentrate finishing ration with a higher energy or higher protein level, during the last three weeks before the show to give it a trimmer toned appearance. Keshavarz (1984) reported the effects of different protein levels at various bird ages (18% at 0-6 weeks of age, then 15/12%, 12/12% or 12/15% at 6-14, 14-20 weeks, respectively). Be aware that when you have your lamb tagged for a junior show or. So they might be finished at 90 lbs. Therefore, you may want to project only a 0.4 to 0.5 pound per day of gain with a target weight of 135 pounds. 39 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<28BF4E5E4E758A4164004E56FFFA0108>]/Index[24 23]/Info 23 0 R/Length 79/Prev 38963/Root 25 0 R/Size 47/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream intramuscular, always choose the subcutaneous route. Therefore average daily gain for the larger framed leaner type of lamb would be higher at a constant weight comparison (Figure 2). Law requires these tags for trace back purposes. MILK PEAKS AT ABOUT FOUR WEEKS Four weeks after lambing, a ewe’s milk production Lambs should weigh somewhere around 65 - 70 pounds by June 1, in order to reach the minimum weight of 100 pounds by fair. Divide the total ration into two. Lactating ewes use feed 20% more efficiently to put on LW than dry ewes. Bloat and acidosis can be life- threatening conditions when a lamb has had more than his share of a growing or finishing ration. In addition to the initial vaccination, most lambs will receive at least one or two booster vaccinations for this disease because of its prevelance in fast growing lambs on concentrate diets. Continue to add electrolytes to water until the lamb becomes accustomed to the water. Selecting a lamb in the right weight range for your market lamb project is critical. Once you know how many days until the show or fair, what the target weight or weight limits are for the show, and you’ve predicted a reasonable expected weight gain, you can calculate a good weight range for selecting your feeder lamb. meals per day, fed approximately 12 hours apart. H��T˒�0�S�?�1�ڨx?����rZ~@�d�$y��}FĎ���>���t� xi� &��A��+\��߱P�XH�V�.�y�/jd �aT �6�� OHuS�b�P�2�fYN��A0]� �X����8q0�~����P�UT$��[���N���A�1Iܮ��y�{�`=�O�q ���. Monitor your lamb’s performance by weighing the lamb every week, in the morning before feeding, and calculate its daily gain since the last weight. Hubbard ® Life Sheep Product: Feeding Directions: 20% Starter - non med. Many lambs receive protection through the colostrums if the ewes in the flock are vaccinated 30 days before lambing, and then the lambs should receive a booster shot just prior to weaning. A salt formulated for cattle or other species can poison lambs. Also, many of you will be exercising and working with your lambs to enhance muscle tone and prepare for showmanship, which requires energy use and decreases average daily gain performance. If the average lamb gains 1/2 pound per day and your feeding period is 90 days then you should expect a lamb to gain approximately 45 pounds over the feeding period. Make sure the trace-mineral salt provided is formulated for sheep because they are more susceptible to copper toxicity than other species of animals. endstream endobj 29 0 obj <>stream Therefore, if you must give an intramuscular injection, it should be given forward of the front shoulders in the neck region because this is a lower value area of the carcass. Macro and micro minerals are required for proper skeletal and nervous system function. h�bbd``b`Z$SA�8�`��e �tk Feed on the same time schedule each day. The decision to improve lamb growth impacts favourably on many aspects of farm profitability. Not all lambs can be fed to the same final weight because not all lambs have the same size of frame. endstream endobj 30 0 obj <>stream The misuse of drugs, vaccines, pesticides, and various other medications in meat animal production can have serious legal consequences, including civil and/or criminal prosecution. This is calculated by multiplying the number of days, times the expected gain and subtracting that. On farms where coccidiosis is a problem, lambs should stay on a coccidiostat regimen until they are about 6 months of age when most seem to become immune to damage caused by coccidia. >> LAMB GROWTH RATES UP TO 6 WEEKS (a) Single lamb @ 340g/d = 1.7 kg milk/ewe/d (b) Twin lamb @ 250g/d = 2.5 kg milk/ewe/d Achieving high lamb growth requires an all-encompassing view of management, as well as planning, to achieve pre-set goals. For example, if a sheep has a heart girth equal to 35 inches and a body length equal to 30 inches, the calculation would be (35 x 35 x 30) / 300 = 122 lbs The other important thing to check is the date your. There is one important precaution when using this method on, How much your lamb should weigh at the time of selection is determined by knowing how much it. This can also cause condemnation of the carcass and loss of payment, as well as jeopardize the safety and quality of the food you are producing. resulting in similar annualised liveweight gain per ha (1 800 kg) and net carcass weight (800 kg/ha) on both pasture treatments. You should check with your show management to see what the correct or “market ready” finish is for the lamb buyer. It would be best if the lamb was fed alfalfa hay, rather than pasture. The yield grade for lambs is determined by multiplying the adjusted back fat (between the 12th  and 13th  rib)  by 10 and adding 0.4. Weaned lambs on pasture alone often average 0.25 to. Additionally, the proportion of the gain that is derived from dry feed vs. milk increases. endstream endobj 31 0 obj <>stream �� b�XM V�"瀄��X�����d#V�?��� � As the lamb gets older, intakes and growth rates should increase. limits of the show or fair. WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. The primary meat in the diet of these individuals is lamb or sheep (older animals). It is a contagious disease of the intestinal tract caused by single celled protozoan organisms called coccidia. @��m0aR��A�e���!t��_ �,�� That means that you should select a lamb that weighs between 55 and 105 lbs to start the project. Keep your lamb’s pen, feeder, and water trough clean. H��TM��0�#��J+ �[��V�Z�U���%vjp A very young milkfed lamb weighing less than 7.5kg. Sometimes lambs that are too big early in the feeding period need to be held to a lower rate of gain for a period of time to prevent them from exceeding the proper show weight. Before you bring your lamb home, it is always wise to ask questions of the producer you purchased it from about what type of feed the lamb has been consuming. With this in mind, it is beneficial for you to prepare your lamb for the setting of the fair prior to the actual event. Treatment of acute coccidiosis is a last resort, since by the time it is identified; the disease has been affecting the animal for two to three weeks. To use the formula method:  measure the heart girth, or circumference of the lamb around the foreribs just behind the elbow, (distance C of the figure below). %PDF-1.5 %���� Be sure to part, or compress the wool to ensure an accurate heart girth measurement. Large lambs can also be limit-fed a normal energy ration with a higher protein amount (CP% between 18-22%) in conjunction with an exercise program to hold the lamb’s weight gain to a minimum. b. It is important to remember each fair may have different weight limits and many have either a minimum or maximum weight limit or both. H���ώ�0��H���Rj��s�ݪ�����*���y��m�R��\0�|��y ��Y9�^�U����+M��ԔR�����5M^V-�t��G>��,IS*(�'+�U4V����݅�0�tq-�������7��)���t��Z���+Rԁfx�U�.��&�풏���}y�����G�������j���v�'#�goN갚��b��ҩuh�)��(o�֩�}߳��"�U0[�� Z����$caۮZ�p�b�7�'eHVt� �yC� �z����>�DJw���ڪ)c �q� ��k�B��仑-� ޤ�f��޽�U�0��"��X�*,�����2,M9��S�0������9@�� 4������U�&��w�6�(�,v�}��HPW�>�ЃE�G���:A��������]�U1� 8�s��ޭ��2vD=�k^�^�l-2��Z��������j ���q@WG��H�2��տkFx�+�m'όc/”�t��u��ۙ�2��Z ������ �0 ��z� Increase the amount of grain you feed by 1/8 to 1/4 pound per day over a 3-4 day period. unshorn lambs. It may be a simple matter of making a minor change in the facilities to minimize the stress on the lamb; it may require changing the amount of feed given or the energy level of the ration; or it may require addressing a health related issue. Feeder lambs should be vaccinated or boostered for Clostridium perfringens before they are put on a growing and finishing ration. Carefully follow withdrawal time requirements for all market lambs because they will enter the human food chain. Milk Yield and Lamb Growth Milk DM : Live Weight Gain in young lamb = 1:1 Sheep’s milk about 20% DM, Therefore:-Single lamb GR x 5 OR Twin lamb GR x 10 (5 x 2) Ewe Milk Yield (90% accuracy) e.g. When giving your lamb any medications or animal health products, always follow the label directions. and a weaning weight of 90 lbs. A systematic For ruminant animals (animals with a four compartment stomach such as sheep) the Food and Drug Administration regulation, Title 21 Part 589.2000 of the Code of Federal Regulations (effective August 4, 1997), prohibits the feeding of ruminant meat. [table img_src=”http://s3.wp.wsu.edu/uploads/sites/2049/2016/05/MonitorSteerProgess1011-2004-4.png” img_id=”229″ caption=”Table 1. Your lamb’s performance will be improved by providing it with plenty of pen space, shelter with good ventilation, and protection from the sun and bad weather. In well-managed flocks of efficient, fast-gaining breeds, it is common for lambs to reach weights of 110 pounds at 120 days of age. This is required for all lambs that go through commercial processing plants to fulfill the requirement for Country of Origin Labeling (COOL). should weigh at show time, estimating how much it will gain, and then doing a simple calculation. Cleaning the area and treating it with a disinfectant will help clear up the infection quickly and minimize the loss of ear tags. Grain rations can vary in weight even between bags of the same diet, so it is important to weigh out the feed at each feeding to avoid digestive upsets. The farmlets apparently utilised 10 000 kg DM/ha/yr of the 16 000 kg DM accumulated. Never skip a feeding. Knowing the health care history will help you design a health program of your own, including: when and what booster vaccinations you need to give your lamb; how soon to treat for internal and external parasites; and if medication is needed (such as a coccidiostat) in the feed. For instance, a ram lamb has different requirements from a ewe lamb. Lasalocid, marketed under the trade name of “Bovatec”, and Decoquinate, sold under the name of “Deccox”, are approved as a feed additive for use in sheep. If the lamb has reached the desired weight, reduce the feed intake to about two-thirds of the normal intake two days before the fair. The lamb should be fed the same time each day. Projected feed intake and average daily gain of the typical show lamb.”][/table]. During the finishing phase of a feedlot program, an average feed conversion of 6 to 1 is assumed. Using the measurements from steps 1 and 2, calculate body weight using the formula HEART GIRTH x HEART GIRTH x BODY LENGTH / 300 = ANIMAL WEIGHT IN POUNDS. If the lamb is wormed, proper genetics have been followed and good feed has been given they should gain at least.6 pounds a day. Two doses of Clostridium perfringens type D or type C & D toxoid bacterin, given according to label directions, will effectively protect these lambs against overeating disease. Differences in weight and nutrient content need to be factored into these calculations. If your feeder lamb hasn’t been vaccinated, it is important to vaccinate it before it is put on a high energy feed ration. The days prior to the fair and during the fair can be a stressful time for a lamb with the added activities. This can be done by providing a lower energy ration using whole oats as part of the diet. N)���HDB��J��Nx3�ޛ�)����J�~��� �_a@��aqq�l(�s��s�&s����7a��SK�����{�Sz!���,Hlkg%�ݔ���M��Ia镵���ݎa�zB܉��gu�����Ϭ�1����O���Q��M��m��d�8!�#�e��f�9��G{��{W�Dgޥj�dZ?�������B���ͷ��`�;VL���UlNT�$�E��W3�K�'�u뽖�k� This often leads to questionable practices that are not in the best interest of the lamb and reflect poorly on the image of youth projects and the sheep industry. Under normal conditions, lambs will gain approximately 1/2 pound per day. Therefore, it is necessary to monitor the lamb’s weight and back fat, adjusting the diet and exercise accordingly. Cooperating agencies: Washington State University Extension, U. S. Department of Agriculture, and Washington counties. When feeding show lambs, the calcium:phosphorus ratio should be approximately 2:1. 6:�y,�e��,6,�M� ۜ� Some pre-mixed lamb diets have ammonium chloride added at the rate of approximately 10 pounds per ton of feed to aid in the prevention of urinary calculi. Needed lbs./day 50 140 90 .9 /day 75 140 65 .65 /day 100 140 40 .4 / day (100 day feeding period, May 1st to August 10th) Lambs should be purchased that were born in January or February This takes into account how much weight the animal is gaining, the size of the breed and their stock class. Large frame lambs may be correctly finished at 140 pounds, while small frame lambs may be correctly Pre-weaning ADG = (90 - 10) ÷ 100 = 0.80 lbs/day; Age Corrected weaning weight = (0.80 x 90 d) + 10 = 82.0 lbs The USDA yield grade 1 represents lean, muscular animals and USDA yield grade 5 represents extremely fat, wasty animals. Humane care is essential in providing a quality, wholesome product for the consumer. If you can use the same or similar feedstuffs when you first bring your animal home, you can minimize the stress the animal experiences. Also make sure you have the producer fill out or complete the Producer Affidavit portion of the Producer Affidavit & Market Lamb Health Record (WSU Publication C1052E). For example, if you select a growthy, moderate-framed feeder lamb on May 10 and the show weigh-in date is on August 19, it has about 100 days to grow. do not use feed or treats formulated for pigs, horses, poultry, rabbits, dogs, etc.). Treatment may prevent death loss, but if a lamb recovers from coccidiosis it will often become a “poor doer” and gain slowly on feed because of the permanent damage that occurs in the digestive system. The number of Hispanics living in America (according to the 2010 census) is over fifty million. Providing feeds early will enhance the lambs’ acceptance to these coarser feeds. At an average daily gain (ADG) of 0.7 pounds per day and a target weight of 135 pounds at show time, the lamb must weigh at least 65 pounds at the time of selection. As the lambs get to 4-6 weeks of age and older, coarser feeds become more palatable. Take these measurements in inches and apply the following formula:  Heart girth x heart girth x body length ÷ 300 = weight in pounds. 24 0 obj <> endobj The lamb is meaty and it is ‘finished’ – meaning it has just the right fat cover. • Aim to maximise weight gain from autumn grass. Shy feeders and sick lambs should be identified during this period and removed from the feedlot. zd�C��È��X��Zxm���U�'L���Z�b vG��h��8��� �� �Y+����۫� ;WRt8���ýf��#}�_�襹8���F��,_x.��<8��&$O�Cw�*��(��@�ET����~47'�W��I���ED�%�=V��Ͻ�H.���)gϖ�BJ��Ѫ׬�fL�?��_?�@�ʚ�5����^W�82�����Y�Q��@p����Ez{)`�'P54�={Sq���hf>_�W� Hg{� www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/sheep/facts/12-021.htm Fast growing animals put a bit more growth into meat a while longer. Previous studies at Athenry have shown (Table 4) that each 0.5 kg increase in lamb birth weight increases subsequent weaning weight by 1.7 kg. Worms will decrease the lamb's rate of gain and its feed efficiency (the amount of gain per pound of feed fed). Acute coccidiosis can flare up when crowding, poor management, poor housing conditions, adverse weather, inadequate nutrition, transporting, or any combination of these factors stress lambs. the same manner, their carcass weight, hogget weight and ewe performance are all enhanced. The web based gross margin Feedlot Calculator enables the user to enter different real time production, economic and feeding scenarios to estimate likely profit for a lamb feedlotting enterprise. In 2018, the average weight of slaughtered sheep and lamb carcasses per head was 19.4 kilograms, a weight that has remained stable over a number of years. If the animal will be drinking chlorinated water at the fair, add an approved sheep electrolyte to the water to mask the odor and taste. Also, don’t set your target weight as the minimum weight for the fair because you might not make weight and you most likely will not have a lamb that is not adequately finished. fair, an infection or abscess can often develop around the area the ear was pierced. Effective and accurate record keeping is becoming more critical each day because of the demands from domestic and export markets and the U.S. government for disease control and surveillance. Hubbard® Life Sheep Feeding Chart. Therefore, when selecting your lamb, check with the sheep producer to see if a scale is available to help take the guesswork out of selecting a lamb of appropriate weight. Slaughter weight (kg) Enter the target weight at which the animal will be sold from the feedlot. References to commercial products or trade names is made with the understanding that nondiscrimination is intended and no endorsement by WSU Extension is implied. Whole grain feeding Whole-grain feeding of lambs improves feed efficiency, increases average daily gain, and lowers overall feed costs per pound of gain. A properly balanced diet should contain approximately 2 parts calcium to 1 part phosphorus. The first show feeding should be one-half to two-thirds of the normal feed intake to help reduce stress symptoms; gradually increase feed to pre-show amount over the next couple of feedings. For example, if your target weight is 125 lb (processors prefer lambs in the 110-140 lb range), the starting weight is 65 lb and the fair is in 120 days, you have 60 lb to gain over that time, or 0.5 lb/day. These products are feed additives and must be fed as directed on. Lamb and mutton are classified according to the maturity of the carcass (lamb, hogget or mutton), sex, fat content (GR measure), weight and in some cases muscling A L1 M X H Fat Classes Weight Classes • Beta lamb is a specialised class. However, you want to make sure that you select a lamb that will have enough finish (target backfat between 0.16 to 0.25 inches) when it reaches the target weight. Best liveweight gains are achieved in August to end of October but grass quality must be good and well managed at all times. held the first week in September will have about 105 days to reach market weight. from the target ending weight. Record the lamb’s weight and date on a chart. However, if the lamb is not drinking sufficient water, or you do not hydrate the lamb properly at or after a show, the lamb is at elevated risk of developing urinary calculi. One of the most difficult things in the selection process is to predict how fast your lamb will gain because of the many variables that influence rate of gain. Keep lambs in a dog proofpen. 2 AVERAGE DAILY GAIN 1.2 .---- … At an average daily gain (ADG) of 0.7 pounds per day and a target weight of 135 pounds at show time, the … or slightly above. Your lamb should also be dewormed as it is moved from a pasture diet to a concentrate diet if it hasn’t been treated for internal parasites within the last month. ����ea���q C� �20|�Ҽ@�y �7��7ְ-}��8���XɎ�Ή��10|�Ҍ@|�ف�P�Y �b`d��� �� In the Pacific Northwest, you need to pay close attention to selenium. An average of at least 0.6 pounds per day gain should be expected for healthy, growthy lambs on a good concentrate finishing ration. 6. Lambs can easily gain 1 pound per day in their first 70 to 80 days. If the lamb is not in the right weight range, often it is either “held back” or “pushed” to meet the weight, There are other less accurate methods of estimating weight, such as using a weight tape, or using two body measurements (body length and heart girth) and then applying a formula. Pasture is a source of parasites for your lamb. However, fast growing lambs that are properly fed a high quality concentrate (grain) diet and managed properly should average at least 0.75 pounds of gain per day. jx�2y?�L���� �X����Ă�(uR)��2!�W�5A�x@�PR ����}�}{�x�p�z���"�6�ykD��� �`��;D�GܽF�]�����˹��.��N�/ܘ; 7Ŋ���5��)�h`��:��M �v�fͺ�[���֕!�[D�ʬ���Z#�!������E*� and bone meal at any time. The first step in producing a quality end product is the selection of a young, healthy lamb with plenty of growth potential. Probiotics (a mixture of different bacteria beneficial to rumen function) and/or bicarbonate of soda are good to have on hand when feeding high grain diets to show lambs. Intramuscular injections do affect the quality of the food product you are producing. Starting/Ending Weights and Average Daily Gain (ADG) Requirements Sheep Start Weight End Weight lbs. Keywords: lamb finishing, annual productivity, farmlets Introduction The increasing demand for heavier lambs on a more At this rate, it will gain a total of 63 pounds … A desired final weight could be 124 pounds. endstream endobj 28 0 obj <>stream 32 Fig. Symptoms of coccidiosis are diarrhea, loss of weight, and depression; lambs sometimes die. h�b```a``r�� Calculate the 90-day adjusted weaning weight of a Katahdin ram lamb with a birth weight of 10 lbs. Be sure to get your Scrapie tag from your breeder. For those not experienced with lamb feedlotting, the following document is suggested reading: Feedlotting lambs; Technical requirements Pullet feeding programmes influence the growth profile and hence bird live weight gain and body composition at onset of lay. Lambs will often grow at a slightly slower rate during the summer because they tend to eat less during extremely hot weather. Lamb shows also have weight limit requirements that must be met. Effective prevention can be achieved by feeding low levels of a coccidiostat either in the feed or mineralized salt mixture. (36252) 20% Starter - B27.2 (39453) While there are a number of different Hispanic groups, many of them use lamb or sheep regularly in their diet. Depending on breed and frame size of the lamb, most animals will achieve the desired level of back fat or finish (between 0.16 and 0.25 inches) at a live weight between 125 and 145 pounds. Regardless of the age of the lamb at the time of the injection, it not only causes lesions in the form of abscesses or scars, but it results in the surrounding muscle tissue, up to three inches from the injection site, being unacceptably tough. Refer to the Producer Affidavit & Market Lamb Health Record (WSU Publication C1052E) for critical information to ask the producer. 135 – (0.7×100) = 135 – 70 = 65. This information given herein is for educational purposes only. However, you must remember show lambs are being fed for a particular date, rather than weight and finish (like in the commercial sheep industry). * If the carcass price also include the value of the skin, head and … • If finishinglambs on an all concentrate diet, ensure diet is formulated for this purpose, initially offer 300 g/lamb/day and increase by 200 g/lamb/days every It is a polled breed of domestic sheep which was developed in Australia from Wiltshire Horn Sheep with the infusion of Border Leicester, Poll Dorset, Poll Merino and Perendale.. 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It is difficult even for experienced producers to determine the exact date a lamb will be ready to go to market. Then measure the length of the body from the point of the shoulder to the point of the rump, or pin bone (distance a –  b  in Figure 1). When you arrive at the show do not feed the lamb immediately upon arrival. ;�|���b!_q�&��G�)� l��.i���#��^�C4���M��\e������lݿ] ]����?T�'��AZi����O To determine the estimated average daily gain to achieve the desired target weight, use the following formula: Target Weight - Initial Weight = Total Gain Total Gain / Days On Project = Estimated Average Daily Gain An example would be a large framed lamb that weighs 65 pounds at the initial weigh-in. When you use any type of medicated feed, always read and follow any withdrawal time.
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