Sheep producers preparing for the lambing season can sharpen their skills and build confidence at the upcoming Cyclone Lambing School, an educational program focused on effective lambing management and problem‑solving.
The Cyclone Lambing School provides practical instruction on ewe and lamb care before, during, and immediately after lambing. A key component of the program includes guided practice using a lambing dystocia model, allowing participants to better understand fetal positioning, recognize common lambing challenges, and practice appropriate intervention techniques in a controlled learning environment.
Participants will strengthen their ability to:
- Prepare ewes for lambing
- Identify normal and abnormal labor
- Make informed decisions during difficult births
- Improve newborn lamb care and survival
- Use lambing equipment effectively and safely
Rather than relying solely on lectures, the Cyclone Lambing School emphasizes applied learning directly tied to real‑world lambing scenarios. Instruction is designed to help producers respond calmly and effectively when challenges arise during lambing.
The program is well-suited for:
- Beginning sheep producers
- Farm families and youth involved in lambing
- Producers looking to refresh skills before lambing season
Space is limited, which affects the ability to support an effective learning environment.
Registration is now open, and advance registration is required.
UW-Madison Extension
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