Sheep Smarter: Turning Data into Decisions
- Length
- 5 hours, 30 minutes
- Language
- English
- Event Format
- In-Person
About The In-Person Workshop
Join us for a hands-on field day focused on practical strategies to improve flock performance and profitability. Participants will learn how to properly collect forage samples, interpret analysis reports, and use data to support informed feeding decisions. The program will feature live demonstrations of electronic identification (EID) tagging systems, flock management software, and digital recordkeeping tools available for small ruminant operations. Attendees will also hear from experienced producers during a panel discussion highlighting proven management practices from successful local farms. The day will conclude with an on-farm tour of LC Ranch, including a pasture walk and discussion. Whether you are new to sheep production or looking to refine your management approach, this event offers valuable opportunities to learn, connect with fellow producers, and gain practical, data-driven insights for long-term flock success.
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Space is limited. Preregistration is required.
- Livestock producersÂ
- Small and beginning farmers
- How to collect, interpret, and apply forage test results to improve grazing and feeding decisionsÂ
- Where and how to properly submit forage samples for accurate and useful lab analysisÂ
- How to use EID tagging systems for improved animal identification and flock trackingÂ
- How to generate and interpret flock performance reports using livestock management software and what data should be recordedÂ
- An overview of free and paid digital tools available for small ruminant recordkeeping and managementÂ
- Practical, on-farm strategies used by leading producers to improve flock productivity and efficiencyÂ
- Opportunities to ask local producers questions about their management approaches during a producer panel discussionÂ
- Key pasture management and rotational grazing practices observed during an on-farm pasture walkÂ
- How integrated data and decision-making tools can improve overall flock profitability and long-term success
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