QUESTIONS 



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QUESTIONS 



1. What pasture crops can be utilized to good advantage by pregnant 



ewes in the fall? 



2. Of what value is rye as a late fall and winter pasture crop for pregnant 



ewes ? 



3. Is it advisable to feed the ewes grain during the period of pregnancy? 



4. How should the owner be guided with regard to feeding harvested feeds 



to pregnant ewes ? 



What is the average grain requirement for a pregnant ewe for one day? 

 Discuss the value of corn as a feed for pregnant ewes. 

 What precautions should be taken in making and feeding silage? 

 Why are roots important as a sheep feed? 

 Outline a method whereby the ewes will receive plenty of exercise dur 



ing the period of pregnancy. 

 When is shelter necessary for sheep? 

 Under what circumstances should the ram be removed from the flock 



as soon as the breeding season is over? 



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