Lambing season is a busy - yet demanding - time for sheep farmers. Whether you’re an experienced Shepard or this is your first lambing season, the key to a smooth, successful lambing period lies in preparation, quality products, and good animal husbandry. With that in mind, we’ve pulled together some essential guidance and highlighted trusted products from NutriGrow Supplies, we are a farm-focused supplier run by real farmers – we are ladies with our own flock who’ve tried and tested many of these products ourselves.
Before lambs arrive, we like to make sure we have covered the fundamentals:
· Ewe condition – We all always keep an eye our ewes condition but we aim to get our ewes in even better shape 6–8 weeks before due dates. The majority of foetal growth happens in this period, so good nutrition equals stronger lambs and better colostrum quality.
· Housing & hygiene – Clean and disinfect pens ahead of time, refresh bedding, and ensure good lighting and space to reduce stress and infection risk.
· Stock your lambing kit well in advance – As this is a busy time you may find you won’t have time to dash out for supplies once the season starts. Stocking up on essential items such as disinfectants, treatment for navels, lambing ropes/snare, gloves, bottles & teats, and plenty of colostrum or milk replacer will all help when lambing season starts.
NutriGrow’s must-have Lambing Products – tried and tested by us
We stock a range of products built around what works on the ground – and as there are so many products out there we have pulled together our top picks recommended by us:
SCCL Lamb Colostrum – Colostrum is critical for newborn lambs - it’s their first line of immunity and energy after birth. Supplemental colostrum is invaluable if natural supplies are limited or lambs need an extra boost (especially multiples).
Provita Lamb Response – This oral supplement is packed with beneficial bacteria, egg powder and vitamins to support healthy gut colonisation and give newborn lambs a strong start. It’s ideal at birth or after digestive upsets.
Provita Jump Start – A high-energy blend of minerals & vitamins designed to get lambs up and going quickly. Particularly useful in colder weather or for weaker lambs requiring a metabolic boost.
Udderly EZ Sheep Milker – A well-designed, easy-to-use tool for milking and feeding, perfect for farmers who need reliable, practical gear in the busiest weeks of lambing. Plus it is very easy to dismantle for cleaning and reassemble (not to be used in a dishwasher)
Lambing Snare – A simple but indispensable item to help assist difficult births safely and effectively - a must in any lambing kit.
Lambing can be one of the most rewarding times of the year – but also one of the most challenging. Preparation is everything, and with the right products, planning and a bit of elbow grease, you’ll be ready for whatever the season throws at you.
Keep an eye out for reviews of these products soon – we’ll be sharing honest feedback from real users once lambing gets underway!
