Ram Fertility
Ram fertility is vitally important. Infertile rams are a major cause of economic loss.
To avoid buying a ram with poor fertility, consider checking:
- Scrotal size and tone
- Structure of sheath and penis
- Semen quality – particularly in an old or juvenile ram
- Behaviour – including his libido and willingness to mate
- Structural soundness – an unfit or lame ram is more likely to be sub fertile
- Pre-sale feeding and management
Testicle size will be influenced by the age, breed and body condition of the ram. Testicle tone is also important. Testes should be firm and springy, with no evidence of hardness, lumps or swelling.
