Management in Late Pregnancy

During the last third of pregnancy, a ewe's nutritional demands increase. At this time they will need added protein and in particular added energy in their daily ration. A great way to provide this increased level of nutrition is to switch to a higher quality hay and add some type of grain. Often, shelled or cracked corn is the main supplier for energy in the ration. This will allow the ewe to adequately meeting the nutritional needs of the developing lambs. The added grain is also important for high quality colostrum production.