Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Unique Scientific Publishers, Faisalabad, 2025
This book chapter comprehensively addresses the nutritional requirements necessary to support the growth and development of lambs from birth to the weaning period, as well as the feeding methods commonly applied during this critical phase. Particular emphasis is placed on the care and feeding strategies implemented during the neonatal period and the transition to weaning, analyzing their impacts on lambs' health, welfare, and performance. Key topics include the vital importance of colostrum, milk-feeding methods, feeding strategies, and supplementary nutrition practices. Additionally, the methods used during the weaning period and their effects on the lambs' metabolic and immune systems are thoroughly evaluated. This chapter aims to compile current knowledge from the scientific literature while offering clear and practical recommendations for researchers and those interested in this field. This approach seeks to provide a comprehensive resource on early nutrition for lambs, combining both theoretical and practical insights.