In the process of sheep breeding, the problem of ewe milk promotion is a key technical link, which is directly related to the survival rate and growth and development of lambs. The most effective method of ewe milk promotion can be carried out scientifically and meticulously from the three core aspects of feeding management, nutritional supplementation and mammary gland stimulation.
First of all, from the perspective of feeding management, creating a suitable living environment for ewes is the foundation. Ewes have higher environmental requirements during gestation and lactation, and it is necessary to ensure that the sheep house is clean and hygienic, reduce the breeding of harmful microorganisms, and avoid causing mastitis and other diseases that affect lactation. At the same time, the environment should be quiet and comfortable, with minimal noise and other stressors, as the emotional state of the ewes can directly affect their lactation performance. In addition, proper herd management is also crucial, and lambs should be allowed to eat colostrum as soon as possible after giving birth, which can not only provide rich immunoglobulins to protect the health of lambs, but also naturally stimulate the milk production of ewe's mammary glands through lamb sucking. It is important to note that every lamb is given a fair chance to feed, preventing the stress and injury caused by competition.
Secondly, nutritional supplementation is the key to the milk production of ewes. In the late gestation and lactation period of ewes, the diet must be rich and sufficient to meet the physiological needs of ewes and the large amount of nutrients required for milk production. The supply of protein, which is the main raw material for synthetic milk, is particularly important, and the quality of diets can be improved by increasing the proportion of high-protein feeds such as soybean meal and fishmeal. At the same time, minerals such as calcium, phosphorus and magnesium are also indispensable for maintaining the health of the ewe's bones and the normal secretion of milk, and vitamins help to improve the overall physiological function of the ewe. In addition, ensuring adequate drinking water for ewes is also an important measure to increase milk production, as water plays a role as a solvent and transports nutrients during milk production.
In addition, taking appropriate measures to stimulate the mammary glands is also an effective way to promote milk production in ewes. Manual massage is a common and safe method, through gentle and moderate massage of the ewe udder, it can effectively stimulate the blood circulation and metabolism of the mammary gland tissue, thereby promoting milk secretion. However, in some special cases, such as when the milk supply of ewes is significantly insufficient or milkless after farrowing, the use of drugs may be required to promote lactation. However, this needs to be done under the guidance of a professional veterinarian, carefully selecting safe and effective galactagogues to avoid negative effects on the health of ewes.
To sum up, ewe milk promotion is not an overnight process, but involves a comprehensive regulation of many aspects. In practice, farmers should pay close attention to the physical condition of ewes, once found that there is no milk for a long time after giving birth or the amount of milk is insufficient, should not rely solely on the milk promotion method, but also should consider whether there is a potential disease problem. Timely contact a professional veterinarian to check and diagnose and ** to ensure the health of the ewes and produce enough high-quality milk to nourish the next generation.