For ewes, late gestation is the most critical time to ensure proper nutrition. Ewes should be in body condition score 3 and the late gestation ration must be adequate to maintain this condition. A poor diet can result in pregnancy toxemia and inadequate colostrum. The OMAFRA factsheet “Pregnancy Disorders (Metabolic) in Transition Ewes” provides more information on the common difficulties of ewes in late gestation and recommendations for late gestation rations.
