Getting Started in Sheep “The Basics Workshop”
This is a two-day course covering the basics of the sheep industry. It is designed for those who are looking at getting into sheep and those who are already in the business on the beginner level.

The cost is $257.25 (inc. GST) per person or $467.25 (inc. GST) for a couple. Registration fee includes lunch both days and a manual, which contains all the power point presentations, information on the sheep industry, and sheep production.

Class size is limited to allow for a good interactive learning experience. The non- refundable registration must be paid to reserve your spot.

Location: Courtyard by Marriot 333 Aerogreen Crescent, Saskatoon, SK

Please register by phoning the Saskatchewan Sheep Development Board at: 306-933-5200 or email: sheepdb@sasktel.net

Workshop topics include:

Industry / Saskatchewan Sheep Development Board Introduction
Basic Economics
Marketing
Purchasing your Flock
Behavior and Facilities
Nutrition
Health Management
Lambing Management
Predation
Shearing and Wool
Regulations and Programs
Miscellaneous
In-class videos will be shown to cover the following topics:

Saskatchewan Sheep Industry Promotional Video
Castrating
Checking Teeth
Condition Scoring
Drenching
Ear Tagging
Finishing Lambs
Foot Trimming
Injections
Lambing