Mulana Poll Merino

When lambing feels hard to plan around For many commercial Merino producers, lambing is the most important—and often the most challenging—time of the year. It sets the tone for cashflow, labour demand, and overall flock performance, yet it can be frustratingly hard to predict. One season lambs arrive over a tight window. The next, lambing drags on, mobs are uneven, and management pressure builds. When lamb drops lack structure, everything else follows suit. Budgeting becomes guesswork. Labour...

Running a sheep enterprise today means juggling more than just seasons and markets. Sustainability has become part of everyday decision-making — not as a buzzword, but as a practical necessity. With rising costs, labour pressure, and unpredictable weather, producers are asking the same question: How do we build a flock that can stand up to it all without demanding more from us? The Struggle: Doing More With Less Most commercial producers are already stretched. You’re managing stock, pastures,...

Running a sheep enterprise is a juggling act. Between the long hours, unpredictable weather, and the never-ending to-do list, it can feel like there’s never enough time to get ahead. For many producers, the goal is simple — to run productive, profitable sheep without adding more work to the load. But that’s often easier said than done.   Understanding What’s Holding Productivity Back Many flocks fall short of their potential because of slow-growing lambs, inconsistent fertility, or...