Overview
Lantra Lambing TechniquesA one day course to give you the practical skills and knowledge to lamb ewes and to deal with minor problems. This course will cover preparation for lambing, signs of lambing and care of the new-born lamb, routine welfare and management tasks. The course is designed to support people entering the livestock industry, setting up your own flock of sheep or a refresher for skills and knowledge of the lambing season.
Studying this course you will have access to the college farms lambing facilities and flock of 200 breeding ewes which lamb between January and March. You will have a hands on experience working with and learning the skills required to support lambing activities.
Course information
Entry requirements
Essential: Experience working with livestock
What qualification will I gain?
A college certificate in Lambing techniques
Course content
The course covers care of ewes and lambs before and after lambing. The emphasis is on animal welfare, biosecurity and good practice. The course is taught in a supportive atmosphere using the college’s 200 ewe flock.
Content:
- Care prior to lambing
- Signs of lambing
- Types of presentations
- Working in the lambing shed
- Tailing and castrating
- Nutritional requirements
Additional information
To study this course you will be required to have the following PPE:
- Steel Toe Capped Boots or Wellington Boots
- 1 Pair of Overalls or water proof coveralls
Due to biosecurity you will not be able to undertake this course if you are pregnant.
Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, or contact info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.
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Disclaimer
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.
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Accessibility
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Additional formats
Course information sheets are also available in large print and audio formats. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 to order your copy.
