The empty feed bunk speaks. At a familiar hour, sheep begin to gather, and their intake, rumination, and resting can settle around that cue; when the hour wanders, anticipation turns into crowding. Sheep notice the drift. You are managing a clock, not just a ration.Consistency protects the rumen. Rumen microbial fermentation responds to meal patterns, and abrupt changes can alter feeding bouts, sa...More