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Additional Resources
Keeping and Using Flock Records
by: Dr. Debra Aaron
Ewe and Lamb Vaccination Schedule
Body Condition Scoring by: Dr. Don Ely
Can Copper Sulfate Control Stomach Worm Infestations by: Dr. Don Ely
Mastitis in Small Ruminants
by: Dr. Jerusha Lay
Vaccinations: Preventing the Preventable Disease
by: Dr. Beth Johnson, DVM
by: Paighton Lewis
Hand Rearing Orphan Lambs and Kids
by: Dr. Beth Johnson, DVM
by: Dr. Don Ely
Sell 'em Light? Sell 'em Heavy?
by. Dr. Debra Aaron
Sell 'em Light? Sell 'em Heavy?
by. Dr. Don Ely
Genetic Selection at Your Fingertips
by: NSIP
News to Ewes: Annual Ewe Management Programs for Production of Milk-Fed Slaughter Lambs
By: Dr. Don Ely
News to Ewes: Stockpiling Forages for Fall and Winter
By: Dr. Don Ely
Production Tips for Lamb, Goat and Wool Production for Direct Marketing
Dr. Don Ely, University of Kentucky, explains how to determine the mature weight of the animals you plan to market. (starts at 6:00 minutes)
by: Dr. Beth Johnson, DVM
Is Creep Feeding a Profitable Undertaking?
by: Dr. Don Ely
2021 Kentucky Sheep and Goat Management Calendar
Dr. Andrew Weaver, North Carolina State, explains how to feed does and ewes through stages of production.
Dr. Andrew Weaver, North Carolina State, explains how to finish lambs and kids.
How to Find Archived Livestock Market Reports
Learn how to find archived livestock market reports from the USDA Livestock Market News website.
2021 KGPA Virtual Field Day
Fencing Ins and Outs- Jeremy McGill
Using Dewormers Right- Susan Schoenian
Predators and Predation Management
An Peischel, Small Ruminant Specialist & Owner of Goats Unlimited
Reproduction Management for Healthy Goats
An Peischel, Small Ruminant Specialist & Owner of Goats Unlimited
An Peischel, Small Ruminant Specialist & Owner of Goats Unlimited
Jason Wachter, Kentucky Department of Agriculture Small Ruminant Market Specialist
2020 Prime & Choice Lamb and Kid Price Trends- January through March 2020
Jason Wachter, Kentucky Department of Agriculture Small Ruminant Marketing Specialist, explains the current market trends for early 2020.
How to Find Current Livestock Market Reports
Learn how to find current livestock market reports from the USDA MARS Livestock Market News website prior to June 2019.
How EBVs Can Improve Small Ruminant Health and Production
R. Reed Redden, PhD
Associate Professor,
State Sheep and Goat Specialist
@TAMUSheepandGoat
@AggieSheepGoat
How to Drench Less
R. Reed Redden, PhD
Associate Professor,
State Sheep and Goat Specialist
@TAMUSheepandGoat
@AggieSheepGoat
What to do in case of an Emergency
Dr. Beth Johnson, DVM
Kentucky Department of Agriculture
Office of State Veterinarian
502-782-5917, 502-545-6273
Dr. Beth Johnson, DVM
Kentucky Department of Agriculture
Office of State Veterinarian
502-782-5917, 502-545-6273
The National Scrapie Program underwent changes that were official March 2019. Dr Beth Johhnson, DVM from the Kentucky State Veterinary Office explains how these changes impact Kentucky producers.
Find Quick References at these times:
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Scrapie Disease Definition, Clinical Signs, Diagnosis, Transmission, and Genotype Testing (Beginning)
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National Scrapie Regulations 5:31.8
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Owner/Hauler Statement 12:23.4
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How to get KY Farm ID, Premise ID and Tags 16:02.1
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Exceptions to New Rules 19:18.8
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Additional Official KY ID Requirements 20:01.5
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Required Records 25:52.5
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Tag Advice & Tips 27:30.6
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Official ID Devices & Methods 28:56.10
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Ear Tag Retention 32:48.3
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Rules for Tattoos 37:39.0
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Proper EID Placement 42:09.0
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Records Required for Purchase, Sale & Disposal 42:58.5
Alternative Parasite Control & Maintaining Gut Health and Nutrition to Maximize Immunity
Susan Schoenian, University of Maryland Sheep and Goat Specialist
Feeding, watering and sheltering systems for rotational grazing
Susan Schoenian, University of Maryland Sheep and Goat Specialist,