First, the Fattening Grouping Principle
All male and female lambs that are not intended for breeding, along with older, weak, thin, or leftover sheep, can be selected for fattening. Before starting the process, these animals should be castrated, dewormed, treated for external parasites, and have their hooves trimmed. Once they are ready, they should be grouped based on age, health, and weight. This helps maintain a stable environment and supports better growth. Generally, younger sheep grow faster and respond better to fattening. Lambs between 1 to 8 months of age experience the fastest growth, primarily in muscle development. Weaned lambs are ideal for producing high-quality fat lambs with excellent meat quality and efficient feed conversion. After weaning, lambs that are not suitable for breeding are sorted by sex and weight, then placed into finishing groups. For adult sheep, grouping is done based on age and weight, which allows for more precise feeding strategies tailored to their nutritional needs.Second, the Efficiency Principle
The key to successful mutton sheep fattening lies in maximizing economic returns rather than simply focusing on daily weight gain. Under local conditions and according to market trends, it's essential to find the most profitable approach. Especially under intensive feeding systems, maximizing weight gain often requires high-concentrate diets. However, higher daily gains don't always equate to better economic benefits. Therefore, when setting the target for fattening intensity, economic efficiency should be the main criterion. Feeding plans should be based on the nutritional requirements of the sheep, taking into account their growth patterns, and adjusted regularly based on actual weight gain results.Third, the Feeding and Fattening Principle
When temperatures drop or pastures are covered in snow, sheep should be moved from grazing to a feeding system. Provide high-quality dry grass or silage, along with some corn, dried sorghum, or soybean meal as concentrated feeds. Adding carrots, pumpkins, or other juicy feeds improves palatability and increases feed intake. Ensuring that sheep have access to clean water and comfortable housing during cold weather promotes rapid growth and enhances meat quality.Fourth, the Timely Slaughter Principle
It’s important to organize production efficiently and slaughter sheep at the right time. The length of the fattening period should be determined based on the growth stage of the sheep. A short finishing period may not yield significant results, while an overly long period leads to poor feed efficiency and lower profitability. Therefore, once the sheep reach an appropriate weight after a reasonable fattening period, they should be marketed promptly instead of waiting for maximum weight alone.Fifth, the Scale Determination Principle
The scale of fattening operations depends largely on profit potential. While larger operations usually mean greater profits, this isn’t always the case in practice. Overestimating the scale without considering market demand or consumer purchasing power can lead to losses. When determining the size of the operation, it’s important to assess local meat consumption levels and income capacity, make accurate price forecasts, and monitor related agricultural product prices like corn and soybeans, as they directly impact feed costs and meat prices. Additionally, the availability of stored forage and feed should guide the timing and batch size of the fattening cycle. A scientifically balanced diet typically results in a 60–70 day fattening period, with adjustments made depending on the sheep’s condition, size, and growth rate. From an economic standpoint, the fattening period should not exceed 90 days to ensure optimal returns.Ointment Patch,Licorice Extract liquid,extracted from Aicao for body care,All Natural Ingredients Transdermal Patch
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