Sheep Management Terminology
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Question (English)
Match the column:
| TABLE-I | TABLE-II |
|---|---|
| 1. Flushing | (a) Feeding of extra concentrate in last 6-8 weeks of pregnancy |
| 2. Steaming up | (b) Feeding of extra concentrate 2-3 weeks prior to breeding |
| 3. Eyeing | (c) Shearing of locks of wool from dock of ewe |
| 4. Ringing | (d) To prevent wool blindness |
| 5. Tagging | (e) Clipping of wool at the region of penis |
- 1-b, 2-a, 3-d, 4-e, 5-c ✓ Correct
- 1-a, 2-b, 3-d, 4-e, 5-c
- 1-b, 2-a, 3-e, 4-d, 5-c
- 1-b, 2-a, 3-d, 4-c, 5-e
Explanation:
Correct Answer: 1-b, 2-a, 3-d, 4-e, 5-c
Important sheep management terminologies:
- Flushing → Feeding extra concentrate 2-3 weeks prior to breeding — stimulates multiple ovulations resulting in multiple births. Feeding 250g grains/ewe/day increases lamb crop by 10-20%.
- Steaming up → Feeding extra concentrate in last 6-8 weeks of pregnancy — increases viable lambs, milk yield, growth rate, and wool quality.
- Eyeing → To prevent wool blindness — removal of wool around the eyes.
- Ringing → Clipping of wool at the region of penis of ram.
- Tagging → Shearing of locks of wool from dock (tail area) of ewe.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- Option B swaps Flushing (pre-breeding) with Steaming up (late pregnancy).
- Option C swaps Eyeing (wool blindness) with Ringing (penis region).
- Option D swaps Ringing (penis region) with Tagging (dock area).
