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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Recording Lambing Difficulty
Importance of Recording Lambing Difficulty It is important that every lambing event has a lambing difficulty recorded. Lambing difficulty is recorded under the lambing event on a selected ewe. Accurately recording…
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…
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…
Features of the Movement Report
The Movement Report provides full clarity of all the movements into/out of the flock (including deaths), making it easy to analyze and review the main reasons why animals are culled…