Abstract
Increasing the nutrition of ewes prior to and during joining (flushing) is well-recognised as increasing the ovulation rate of ewes 1 , with the aim of increasing the number of lambs weaned per ewe. Traditionally, lupin grain has been used to flush ewes in Australia, but lucerne (Megicago sativa) pasture is an alternative 2. However, the advice given to industry includes either recommendation or condemnation of the practice of grazing lucerne pre/during joining. Some advisors and producers have a strong concern that lucerne will reduce the fertility or fecundity of ewes. This paper explores the factors which contribute to the reproductive outcome from grazing lucerne.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Debrief, reboot and retool |
| Subtitle of host publication | 2021 sheep, camelid and goat veterinarians conference with a sheep reproduction stream |
| Publisher | Australian Veterinary Association |
| Pages | 96-99 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Publication status | Published - 2021 |
| Event | 2021 Sheep, Camelid and Goat Veterinarians Conference: With a Sheep Reproduction Stream - Wagga RSL Club, Wagga Wagga, Australia Duration: 30 Jun 2021 → 02 Jul 2021 https://na.eventscloud.com/file_uploads/1226b691704dcefebd26e2901f8411ae_SCGVRegistrationBrochure2021asof16.04.21.pdf (Registration brochure) https://www.ava.com.au/siteassets/conference/scgv-conference/2021/scgv-conference-2021---proceedings-as-of-30.06.21.pdf (Proceedings) |
Conference
| Conference | 2021 Sheep, Camelid and Goat Veterinarians Conference |
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| Abbreviated title | Debrief, Reboot and Retool |
| Country/Territory | Australia |
| City | Wagga Wagga |
| Period | 30/06/21 → 02/07/21 |
| Other | The first AVA conference for 2021 is a combined program for the SCGV and ARV, the 2.5 day program will be shared between SCGV and ARV. 1.5 days from Wednesday to Thursday lunchtime on sheep specific science, followed by 1 day focused on sheep reproduction on Thursday afternoon and Friday morning. |
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