Lambing Supplies Checklist for Practical Use in February

Lambing season in February brings long nights, unpredictable weather, and sudden emergencies. A well-planned lambing supplies checklist is more than helpful; it’s essential. It saves you time during overnight checks and cuts stress when lambs arrive early or need support fast. With the right kit close by, you stay focused, not flustered.

Lambing takes preparation. This blog covers what you’ll actually use in the shed. Every product linked is available at Mole Avon Country Stores, where farmers and smallholders find trusted brands and advice backed by years of hands-on knowledge.

You don’t need everything, but you do need the right things. Keep these core items within easy reach at all times.

• Colostrum replacer for lambs: Lambs need colostrum within the first few hours. If the ewe is slow to lamb, has a low supply, or rejects the lamb, you need a reliable replacement. UseMole Avon Highcol Lamb Colostrum. It’s quick to mix and rich in energy and antibodies.

• Navel care: Protect the lamb’s open navel with a strong iodine dip to stop infection. KeepNobacz Navel Dip 500ml in your lambing pen. It’s simple to apply and fast-acting.

• Feed backup: When natural feeding fails, you’ll need a milk replacer. Volac Lamlac Instant Milk Powder is a proven lamb milk replacer with a long shelf life and consistent quality.

• Support for ewe and lamb: For energy and recovery, use a trusted supplement likeLifeline Lamb & Ewe Bucket 22.5 kg. It supports both ewe health and lamb vigour.

This basic lambing kit covers most common scenarios. Pack it in a clean bucket or box and restock after each lambing.

The right tools make lambing smoother and safer. Here’s a simple lambing equipment list to check before February:

• Clean towels and a paper roll

• Sterile gloves

• Lubricant

• Lambing ropes or snares

• Iodine dip and marker spray

• Thermometer

• Heat lamp or warm box

• Feeding tubes and syringes

• Disinfectant spray for pens

• Notebook or lambing app for records

Label and store each item properly. You’ll need to move fast in poor light or tough weather, so don’t waste time hunting for tools.

Every minute counts when a lamb is weak or slow to stand. A quality colostrum replacer for lambs supports survival in the first 24 hours. It delivers protein, energy, and protective antibodies.

Mole Avon Highcol Lamb Colostrum mixes easily and stores well. Use it as a first feed if ewe colostrum isn’t available or the lamb is one of a large multiple birth. Give warm (not hot) colostrum as soon as possible after birth.

Keep a few sachets in your lambing shed and warm water nearby for quick mixing.

Weak lambs or orphaned ones will need bottle feeding. Keep several500ml Lamb Feeding Bottles on hand. Bottles are easier to control than tubes when feeding strong lambs.

Match bottles with a high-quality lamb milk replacer.Volac Lamlac has balanced nutrition and mixes without clumps. Make fresh batches every feed and clean bottles between uses.

Bottle-fed lambs need feeding every 4 to 6 hours. Set timers overnight if needed. A clear system cuts mistakes and helps others step in if you’re away.

Lambing ewes often carry twins or triplets. That puts them at risk of energy loss in late pregnancy. This leads to twin lamb disease, a serious condition needing quick action.

Spot the signs: dullness, weakness, and refusal to eat. Support ewes with high-energy feeds likeLifeline Lamb & Ewe Buckets. These give extra vitamins and minerals before and after lambing.

Ask staff at Mole Avon Country Stores for advice if you're unsure what to use. They stock what local farmers trust and use themselves.

Lambing happens fast. A missing bottle or empty tub of colostrum can cost you time you don’t have. Use this lambing supplies checklist now to stock up before February starts.

You’ll find all the listed items at Mole Avon Country Stores. Click & Collect is available. Speak with our team in-store if you want product advice or help planning your lambing shed layout.

A little preparation makes a hard season more manageable. Don’t wait until the first ewe drops to find you’re missing essentials. Tick off your lambing kit today.

Contact us if you have questions or need help with your order.