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Lambing Information Sheet: Colostrum at lambing time

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Lambing Information Sheet: Colostrum at lambing time

Lambs are born without any antibodies in their blood.  Luckily ewe colostrum is a rich source of antibodies so; provided the ewe has a good supply of colostrum, and the lambs suck well soon after birth, they will be temporarily protected against the bugs found on their farm.  Without a good intake of ewe colostrum, it is difficult for lambs to fight off infections early in life.

 

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