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Protecting the Youngest: How a Mother's First Milk Saves a Lamb's Life
by: KhudakozPublished on: 13/03/2026The most powerful protection a newborn lamb receives doesn't come from a syringe — it comes from its mother's first milk. This blog explores the science of CDT vaccination, colostrum immunity, and why ewe vaccination timing is one of the most critical decisions on a sheep farm. Students will explore these concepts hands-on at Black Hammock Farm on March 14th.
Reading the Flock: What a Shepherd's Hands Can Tell You About a Sheep's Health
by: KhudakozPublished on: 12/03/2026Body Condition Scoring is the hands-on technique shepherds and veterinary professionals use to evaluate a sheep's nutritional health — no scales, no lab work required. At this Saturday's farm lab, students from ages 2–18 will learn and practice it themselves at Black Hammock Farm in Oviedo, Florida.
Periorbital Eczema in Sheep:
by: KhudakozPublished on: 13/10/2025Learn how periorbital eczema in sheep—often mistaken for pink eye—reveals hidden feeding issues. Discover the causes, treatment, and prevention strategies to keep your flock healthy and thriving.
From Conception to Healthy Lambs
by: KhudakozPublished on: 07/10/2025Master pregnancy and lambing management for Katahdin sheep. Learn how nutrition, health care, and preparation ensure strong ewes and thriving newborn lambs.
