Stocking density
As a general guide, keep stocking density under 18 ewes/ha in twin lambing paddocks. A smaller mob size will also improve lamb survival, most probably due to lower incidence of mismothering.
These are only guides and many other factors must be considered, including the cost of subdivision and management issues with extra mobs.
Flock type |
Maximum recommended flock size |
Twin bearing mature ewes |
100-250 |
Single bearing mature ewes |
400-500 |
Single bearing maiden ewes |
250-400 |
Table 1. Suggested mob sizes (Source: Making More From Sheep)