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Quindalup

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We plant trees in rows 4 metres apart and trees every 3 metres down the row which equals 400 to the acre - 2.5 rai

If the ground is low lying and wet use a 3 disk plough or similar to mound up the dirt in a row

apache9441 Apprentice Member

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I've had a few sheep, they do fine.

Sheep like to browse just like Goats, they will browse your trees and everything else to about a Metre high and leave the grass alone. if the trees are tall and established then it's no problem.

most people see sheep in a pastoral setting eating grass as far as the eye can see. no trees, no bushes, nothing but grass. The sheep made it that way, be careful

Dancealot Platinum Member

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I've had a few sheep, they do fine.

Sheep like to browse just like Goats, they will browse your trees and everything else to about a Metre high and leave the grass alone. if the trees are tall and established then it's no problem.

most people see sheep in a pastoral setting eating grass as far as the eye can see. no trees, no bushes, nothing but grass. The sheep made it that way, be careful

What do you think about this then. Hua Hin 2013, "show sheep".

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Poor animals. They were too hot and there was no vegitation to browse.

itchybum Gold Member

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I know of several sheep stations here.

I also have a friend that has a few and I asked him about shearing, he told me to get my own.

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Dancealot Platinum Member

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I know of several sheep stations here.

I also have a friend that has a few and I asked him about shearing, he told me to get my own.

Ohw. Don't be so sheep.whistling.gif

David48 Star Member

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Any tips on how far apart to plant??

Do you think we should explain it to Quindalup?

No, just sit quietly and smile ... biggrin.png

Though I know that would be difficult to do.

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aussieruss Advanced Member

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hi all .mr dancealot you seam to have passion for the sheep .maybe i will get you some gumboots and have a farmers meeting in newzealand rgds russell:D

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Dancealot Platinum Member

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hi all .mr dancealot you seam to have passion for the sheep .maybe i will get you some gumboots and have a farmers meeting in newzealand rgds russell:D

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Even if you dont have my size, i feel i'll fit right in, Mr. Russel biggrin.png .

Cheers!

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jonnyscot Gold Member

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Any tips on how far apart to plant??

Do you think we should explain it to Quindalup?

No, just sit quietly and smile ... biggrin.png

Though I know that would be difficult to do.

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some things just best left alone

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bdenner Platinum Member

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Isn't it too hot for sheep here?

Wouldn't be heat alone! The high humidity and disease is a major factor. My extended family have had a sheep station near Tipoburra (Broken Hill) NSW Australia for 3 generations now. Not many places on Earth hotter and more unforgiving than there and the sheep survive very well.

Dancealot Platinum Member

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Isn't it too hot for sheep here?

Wouldn't be heat alone! The high humidity and disease is a major factor. My extended family have had a sheep station near Tipoburra (Broken Hill) NSW Australia for 3 generations now. Not many places on Earth hotter and more unforgiving than there and the sheep survive very well.

Incredible! Mr. Bdenner

I guess the thick coat works also for keeping the heat out. Didn't realize this....

slapout Ruby Member

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Friend of mine ran a few head of sheep in the high humidity area. He told about noticing the wool turning a green color, upon closer look, the grass/weed seeds were sprouting from the wool. As he noted another expermental failure.

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IsaanAussie Platinum Member

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hi all .mr dancealot you seam to have passion for the sheep .maybe i will get you some gumboots and have a farmers meeting in newzealand rgds russell:D

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Come on Russ,Fess up... See Russ is yet to decide what he wants to do in Thailand. He talked about sheep and many other things. On the way back to OZ he stopped in New Zealand to check out a lead he got in Thailand. Into a taxi and off to the sheep station (farm). But they offshot the turning so Russ says to the cabby, "Can you make a U turn?". The Kiwi responded,"Man I can make her eyes water!"

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aussieruss Advanced Member

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hi tony .that would be make its eyes pop but im glade where on the same page (sheep in isaan beware)! rgdsrussell :rolleyes:

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Dancealot Platinum Member

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They do not look too happy on floorboards all day, no green pasture to frollic in and lay in wait with come hither look for kiwi farming gents.

Another sheep station http://www.sheeplandkhaoyai.com/main.asp

Wonderful!clap2.gifclap2.gif

I would like to go there.smile.png This has just been aded to my to do list in Thailand!

Have you ever been there?

itchybum Gold Member

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They do not look too happy on floorboards all day, no green pasture to frollic in and lay in wait with come hither look for kiwi farming gents.

Another sheep station http://www.sheeplandkhaoyai.com/main.asp

Wonderful!clap2.gifclap2.gif

I would like to go there.smile.png This has just been aded to my to do list in Thailand!

Have you ever been there?

Yes, I have been in many a field with cute sheep and the look.

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rice555 Gold Member

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Hello All, there's suppose to be some there at the Jan 8-12 2014

Ag Show in Korat, info posted on the ag shows/fairs in the PINNED

section of the of the ag forum.

rice555

tim armstrong Gold Member

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Ok Quindalup ignore all the gumboot jokes. There are some sheep in Thailand, but not many because of the humidity, the parasite problem and flies in the denser woolled varieties. If you live in the north where it's a bit cooler you have a better chance . You can graze them under trees, and unlike goats they don't climb as much and providing they have good grass they won't ringbark the trees like goats. You do need good fencing. Orchards are quite good with them, but they will sometimes get tangled if they are in full wool .

Go for the breeds that are taller,have less wool on their legs, and look a bit more like goats. Goats are hardier and adapt better to different climates, but they are also wanderers and will climb over fences and eat just about anything including your favourite plants. Sheep will graze grass down to bare earth as like goats they only have a bottom set of teeth and will pull the short grass out. They thrive better where the grass is drier and there is more seed rather than green grass which often gives them the shits and has less nourishment. You will need to shear them once a year. and maybe drench them for worms if it's a wet year. I don't know how much land you have but start with a small number. PM me if you would like more info.

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Canada Gold Member

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I've had a few sheep, they do fine.

Sheep like to browse just like Goats, they will browse your trees and everything else to about a Metre high and leave the grass alone. if the trees are tall and established then it's no problem.

most people see sheep in a pastoral setting eating grass as far as the eye can see. no trees, no bushes, nothing but grass. The sheep made it that way, be careful

What do you think about this then. Hua Hin 2013, "show sheep".

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Poor animals. They were too hot and there was no vegitation to browse.

It's called "grazing" not browsing. :) Move away from your computer.

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hi all .mr dancealot you seam to have passion for the sheep .maybe i will get you some gumboots and have a farmers meeting in newzealand rgds russell:D

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You must be of Greek origin

teletiger Gold Member

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hi all .mr dancealot you seam to have passion for the sheep .maybe i will get you some gumboots and have a farmers meeting in newzealand rgds russell:D

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You must be of Greek origin

No no, Greeks browse their chickens....allegedly.

Regards, Christadoulou.

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hi all .mr dancealot you seam to have passion for the sheep .maybe i will get you some gumboots and have a farmers meeting in newzealand rgds russell:D

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You must be of Greek origin

No no, Greeks browse their chickens....allegedly.

Regards, Christadoulou.

You've still got the RIR's on your mind, this is the sheep thread.

Dancealot Platinum Member

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hi all .mr dancealot you seam to have passion for the sheep .maybe i will get you some gumboots and have a farmers meeting in newzealand rgds russell:D

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You must be of Greek origin

Funny, Canadalaugh.pngthumbsup.gif So you can't be Canadian.tongue.png

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