Early weaning
Article printed October 22, 2024. For the latest version, please go to: https://www.feedinglivestock.vic.gov.au/2024/06/07/early-weaning/
When seasonal conditions are tough and pasture availability is low over lambing, early weaning of lambs might be a useful management option. The benefits are the total feed requirements for the flock are less, because ewes and lambs can be fed and managed to their requirements.
This article from Agriculture Victoria provides some tips for early weaning.
