Pregnancy Toxemia and Colostrum Quality with Dr. R. Van Saun

Dr. Robert Van Saun PennState University Extension Veterinarian joins the UW-Madison Division of Extension’s 2023 Small Ruminant Webinar Series. Dr. Van Saun outlines and supports with research, the nutritional needs of ewes and does in late gestation to prevent pregnancy toxemia and to support the creation of high-quality colostrum in adequate amounts.
Ensuring a lamb or kid's survival and ability to thrive begins with proper nutrition of the ewe or doe focused on preventing pregnancy toxemia. The next critical step is providing sufficient good quality colostrum. This presentation will discuss new research addressing diagnosing and preventing pregnancy toxemia and methods for evaluating colostrum quality. Criteria to determine the adequacy of colostrum intake for the lamb and kid will be provided to help participants improve their colostrum management program.
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