Small Ruminants: Wisdom for Weaning
Thursday, March 23, 2023 · 5–7:30 pm
Southwest VA Agricultural Research & Extension Center 12326 VPI Farm Rd, Glade Spring, VA 24340
Small ruminant producers of all experience levels will learn about the pros and cons of early vs. late weaning, post-weaning vaccinations, deworming, and other best management practices for promoting growth and weight gain for lambs and kids. Lee Wright, Superintendent of the Southwest VA Agricultural Research and Extension Center will provide instruction and demonstration. There will be a question and answer session for problems associated with weaning and post-weaning. Dinner will be provided.
Space is limited to 50 participants.
For more information, contact Mandy Fletcher at (804) 892-0108 or afletcher@vsu.edu.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Small Farm Outreach Program office at smallfarm@vsu.edu or call (804) 524-3292 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.
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