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Small Ruminant Extension

Small Ruminant Extension

UF Small Ruminant Extension Resources


View our quarterly newsletter, download fact sheets, keep up with the latest research, and get connected within the industry!

Sheep And Goats

Welcome to the University of Florida Small Ruminant page. This page provides small ruminant producers and enthusiasts with the latest research findings on management practices, nutritional requirements, health, and reproductive practices of small ruminants.

Both goats and sheep are among the first animals domesticated by humans and are more consumed than any other animals worldwide. In addition, sheep and goats are multipurpose livestock species, as they are raised for meat, fiber, skins, and milk.

Even though consumption of small ruminant meat and dairy products is not as popular in the United States, the number of small ruminant producers in the United States is rising due to the increasing interest from consumers for alternative products and new taste experiences. Also, there is a great rise in the production of small ruminant products to meet the demand from immigrants, who prefer sheep or goat products over beef, poultry, and pork. These demand increases are generating great interest from producers to improve management practices and increase their knowledge in health, management, nutritional requirements, and reproductive practices. The goal of the University of Florida's small ruminant team is to help further the development and growth of the small ruminant industry in the United States.


Small Ruminant Newsletter

The spring 2025 issue of the UF Small Ruminant Newsletter is out! Read about predation control, footrot, pregnancy toxemia, the importance of colostrum, recent market reports, lambing and kidding preparation, and stay current on events!

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Small Ruminant Fact Sheets
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Small Ruminant Publications
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Small Ruminant for Producers
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Quarterly Newsletter

Sheep & Goat Industry Development Project

An interdisciplinary effort aimed to evaluate the challenges and potentials of the sheep and goat industry in Florida.

 

 

Small Ruminant Short Course

This event includes and demonstrations from industry experts and UF faculty.

Ram Test and Sale

The test identifies superior rams who can perform in harsh Florida Summer.

Buck Test and Sale

The test identifies superior bucks who can perform in harsh Florida Summer.

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Producer Directory

Join the UF Veterinary Extension Florida Sheep and Goat directory

 

 

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    Brittany N. Diehl, DVM, MS

    Clinical Assistant Professor 
    Small Ruminant Extension Specialist
    UF College of Veterinary Medicine
    (352) 294-4319
    bn.diehl@ufl.edu

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