Key Points of Hu Sheep Farming Technology and Scientific Feeding Management Methods
Find a clean, well-ventilated plot to build the sheep shed, and spread some quicklime powder to sterilize and disinfect. Then select some breeding rams with uniform body size and fast growth rate and put them into the shed, feeding them some vegetable leaves, concentrated feed, etc. every day, and providing enough water for healthy growth. When they grow to about 9 months, carry out mating, and keep good mating records to calculate the expected due date. After lambing, simply provide a reasonable feed mix and do basic management work such as disease prevention and control.
Detailed explanation of Hu sheep farming technology:
1. Select superior breeds
The degree of breed excellence is closely related to the growth ability and quality of Hu sheep. We should select breeding rams with uniform body size and fast growth rate, and during breeding, pay attention to crossbreeding to prevent inbreeding. When introducing breeding stock, pay attention to their purity and ensure they have the growth advantages of Hu sheep, otherwise the commercial value of the Hu sheep will be reduced. After selecting the breeding stock, pay attention to preparing for reproduction. After gradually entering the breeding period, it is best to raise them in groups, and then when they begin estrus and are ready for mating, carry out the reproduction work.
2. Breeding preparation
Hu sheep reach sexual maturity relatively early. About half a year after birth, young Hu sheep enter the period of sexual maturity. At about 9 months, mating can be carried out, and the estrus period of ewes is about 3 weeks. Generally, the best mating time is within 1-2 days after the ewe goes into estrus. The late gestation cycle of ewes is about 5 months, and there are no great requirements for the mating season. If another mating is needed, we generally carry it out within the 10th hour and the 20th hour after estrus. During mating, management work should be done well, and the proportion of feed nutrition should be increased to improve the conception rate.
3. Key feeding points
The feed of Hu sheep is mainly forage grass, and when feeding, it should be combined with concentrated feed. For breeding sheep, young sheep, etc., the feeding of concentrated feed must not be neglected. Ensure the amount is enough to let the sheep eat their fill. If the sheep bleat after eating, it means they have not had enough, and they should be supplemented in time. When feeding, follow the principle of fixed times and fixed amounts, feeding about twice a day. Do not feed a single type of feed for a long time, to prevent nutritional deficiency from affecting the growth of Hu sheep. We can add a small amount of salt to the feed; salt can enhance the appetite of Hu sheep and promote digestion.
4. Disease prevention and control
Diseases can pose a fatal threat to the growth of Hu sheep. This is especially true of some infectious diseases, such as sheep plague, foot-and-mouth disease, etc. We must pay special attention during the farming process. Do not feed moldy and spoiled feed, to prevent gastrointestinal diseases in Hu sheep. Then do a good job in epidemic prevention for Hu sheep to improve their stress resistance. Also, regularly disinfect the sheep shed, and often observe the feeding, activity, and feces of the Hu sheep. After discovering abnormalities, isolate them in time, then find out the specific cause, and then take corresponding measures.
The above is the relevant introduction to Hu sheep farming technology. We hope it is helpful to everyone.