September 2026
“I really love how the calendar looks ! I'm a huge fan of all the information you include in the calendars, we find it extremely helpful! .”
— Jennifer Slagle, Slagle's Hillside Savannahs
The Kentucky Sheep and Goat Management Calendar
can help you:
Improve your nutrition:
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maintain proper body condition on your females using the "Body Condition Scoring Tips"
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reduce the feed bill by utilizing the forage management tips in each month
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create a feed ration using the "Nutrient Requirements of Common Feedstuffs" chart
Improve the health of your herd/flock:
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identify, treat and prevent common ailments using the "Common Ailments and Treatment Chart"
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review the classes of wormers before you treat using the "Classes of Common Dewormers" chart
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Look for parasite management tips throughout each month to stay on track
Improve your profits:
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know when each graded sale is held across the state
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know the dates for major ethnic holidays
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utilize marketing tips found in each month
Improve your herd/flock genetics:
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keep track of breeding dates
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implement sound management practices by using the tips for each month
Improve the health of your newborns:
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know when babies are coming using the "Due Date" for each day
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have all the necessary equipment on hand using the "Lambing/kidding Kit List"
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utilize lambing/kidding management tips in each month to remember vaccinations
Use Moon signs to:
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purchase breeding livestock
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breed
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wean
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castrate
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slaughter
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and even mow pastures!
Improve record keeping:
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use the example Small Ruminant Parasite Record to track deworming, FAMACHA scores, and fecal egg counts
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use the example Health Record to keep track of medications, dosages, and comments on ill animals
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use the example Lambing/Kidding record to keep track of ewes/does who give birth, sire ID, numbers of babies, type of birth, and birth weights
All KGPA and KSWPA members will receive a calendar in the mail at no extra charge!
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