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All you need to know about the LambPlus Data Quality Index
As a LambPlus member, flocks are rated with a Data Quality Index (DQI) based on the quality and quantity of the flock data recorded over the previous year. This index can help you identify the areas where the data recording…
Genotyping #10 facts
Genotyping animals offers several benefits in terms of breeding programs, animal health, and productivity. Genotyping through Sheep Ireland is a process where a DNA sample is taken from the animal in a form of a tissue or semen sample, and…
Stock rams must be genotyped for their offsprings to receive star ratings.
With lambing season running, this is your reminder to genotype your stock rams to ensure your lambs receive a star rating! SIS eligible rams are in high demand since the launch of the scheme, giving pedigree breeders a great market…
Why is it important to record Dead Lambs at birth?
When recording lambing events, a ewe must be given credit for producing a multiple litter of lambs, even if one is dead, fostered or sold as a pet. When this ewe is being genetically evaluated for her maternal traits, the…
Why and how to record Lamb Vigour?
Lambing season is in full swing and LambPlus breeders are recording lambing information that will contribute to their flock’s genetic evaluations. Recording how quick a lamb is to get up and suckle its mother is very important. Lamb Vigour is…
How to score Mothering-ability and Ewe Milk ?
Ewe mothering ability is a trait that could potentially reduce the labour requirement or time spent per ewe. Differences exist among sire groups in the prevalence of poor ewe mothering ability with the progeny of some sires demonstrating greater ewe…
Using DNA Combo Tags at birth? Place your genomic order BEFORE sending samples!
Any breeder using DNA combo tags at birth must record the lambing and order the genomic service first. This needs to be done BEFORE posting the samples to the lab because if not, the lab can't process the samples and…
Recording Embryo Transfer Lambing
When recording Embryo Transfers (ET) lambs breeders must avoid to record the ET as 'naturally born' lambs under the Genetic (Donor) ewe. ET lambs must be recorded against their Surrogate/Recipient (carrier) ewe. When recording your ET lamb under the Surrogate/Recipient…
Recording Foster & Pet Lambs
Why its Important to Record Foster & Pet Lambs If a foster lamb is recorded correctly, the foster ewe will be credited for rearing two lambs instead of one. The genetic dam of the foster lamb will then be evaluated…
Recording Lambing Difficulty
Importance of Recording Lambing Difficulty Accurately recording lambing difficulty is essential when documenting a lambing event. It is vital that difficult lambing events are recorded accurately to prevent farmers making incorrect breeding choices in the future, which could result in…
How to record a lambing event using the LambPlus App
How to record a lambing event & lambs information using the LambPlus App Your LambPlus App serves as an electronic version of your lambing notebook. The app is available on both Android and iOS (Apple) devices for all Sheep Ireland users.…
Recording Lambing Events & Lambs Information Online
How to record lambing events and lambs information using the Sheep Ireland online services Recording lambing contributes towards your DQI. In order to maintain your DQI score, aim to record lambing events within 2 weeks of the lambing date. Once…
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