This week’s OviCast catches up with Ger Carey from Gurteen College in this week’s episode to give us a run down on the 450 strong sheep system they operate in Gurteen. 

Ger brings us through the early and mid-season production systems, how this has changed to accommodate students and future plans on the flocks. 

We discuss breeding, wintering on forage crops and managing ewe condition. 

We talk about lamb performance this year, drafting and the importance of hitting carcass spec for their system. 

The college has made some significant investments in housing and handling facilities on the farm over the past number of years, we discuss how this has improved management and productivity in the flock. 

Finally, Ger discusses the skills that students acquire during their time at the college, including the shearing course they run annually. 

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