Lamb food and fattening technology
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For lamb fattening, it's essential to allow them to start eating early during the lactation period. This is especially important for goats, as they have a limited ability to feed efficiently. To prevent early feeding issues and ensure proper nutrition during lactation, special attention should be given to the palatability of the feed. Goats are highly sensitive to the quality of concentrates, so it's crucial to avoid moldy or fermented feeds that could cause health problems.
Weaning should be timed based on the lambs' eating habits. The ideal time to wean is when the lambs can consume 70-80 grams of concentrate per day. To reduce stress during the transition, water should be withheld from the grazing area one night before moving the lambs. They should be loaded the next day, transported quickly, and kept as stress-free as possible. Upon arrival, do not feed them on the same day—only provide clean water and a small amount of hay to let them rest quietly. Avoid any disturbances during this time. Afterward, administer a quadrivalent vaccine and an insect repellent to protect against diseases and parasites.
Once the fattening process begins, there is always a pre-feeding transition period, regardless of the type of fattening method used. For moderate fattening, this transition is divided into two stages: the first stage lasts 1-3 days, during which only hay is provided to help the lambs adjust to their new environment. In the second stage, lasting 7-10 days, the diet should consist of 70% hay, 25% corn kernels, 4% soybean meal, and 1% salt.
For strength-fattening lambs, the pre-feeding transition is typically split into three stages. The first stage (1-3 days) involves feeding only hay to help them adapt. During the second stage (7-10 days), the ration should include 64% hay, 25% corn kernels, 5% molasses, 5% soybean cake, and 1% salt. In the third stage (10-14 days), the diet should be adjusted to 50% hay, 39% corn kernels, 5% molasses, 5% soybean cake, 1% salt, and 35 mg of antibiotics per head. These rations should be fed twice daily, ideally within 40 minutes to encourage quick consumption. Adjustments can be made based on local feed availability and resource conditions to suit specific farm needs.