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WISCONSIN BULLETIN 263 



In the extreme northern counties, the sheep will need to 

 be fed in their winter quarters from about November 25 

 until April 1 or 10. In the early spring, the sheep are often 

 able to find a living from the long clover and grass left from 

 the year before. Soon the young clover and grass, coming 

 up from beneath the covering of the previous year's growth 

 furnish all the feed required for the flock. 



SUCCULENT FEEDS ARE NEEDED 



Succulent feeds are of value and importance in feeding the 

 flock during the winter. They keep the digestive organs in a 

 good condition. The succulent feeds also are important 



FIG. 9. THE BREEDING EWES ARE COMING HOME 



After the ewes have cleaned up their roughage they are ready to come home to 

 the barn again. In deep snow a road is made for them with a snow plow, in order that 

 the necessary exercise can be given them. 



factors in the production of yolk (oil or grease) in the wool, 

 making the fleeces heavier. Good, sweet, corn silage, or 

 better still, some roots, are greatly relished by the sheep. 

 Succulent feeds should be fed in moderation, from 2 to 

 2J pounds a day for each sheep being sufficient. This 



