AMES, Iowa – 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 on Friday, April 17, provides practical instruction on ewe and lamb care before, during and immediately after lambing. This event will take place at the Iowa State University Sheep Teaching Farm at 3640 520th Ave in Ames.
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, and 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.
Photo credit: Guy Sagi – stock.adobe.com
(contributed press release, ISUANR)
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