02/02/2026

Turning Genetic Potential into Profit

In the current Australian agricultural landscape, sheep producers are balancing fluctuating commodity prices with the need to rebuild flock numbers. While genetic selection is a long-term game, the immediate bottleneck to profitability can often be sub-clinical: trace mineral gaps that prevent ewes and rams from reaching their peak performance.

Every dry ewe and every lost lamb can be a direct hit to your bottom line. To combat this, the newly launched Multimin^® Evolution for Sheep¹ range has been engineered with 50% more zinc to specifically target fertility and immunity.

Strategic intervention is the key. Research indicates that administering Multimin to ewes one month before joining can improve embryo and lamb survival, leading to an average increase in conception and marking rates of 9%^2,3. For rams, trace minerals in Multimin support libido and improves essential sperm parameters, including motility and morphology.⁴ 

The Strategic Timeline

• Rams: Treat 3 months before joining to support the sperm production and quality.
• Ewes: Treat 1 month before joining and 1 month before lambing to optimise ovulation, early embryo survival, ewe health and lamb survival
• Lambs: Treat your lambs at weaning to support immunity and vaccine response.

By narrowing your lambing pattern and putting more lambs on the ground, you’re optimising your flock to the best of their potential.

Interested in learning more? Speak with your local Nutrien branch today to learn how to integrate Multimin® Evolution for Sheep into your pre-joining program.

Learn more about Multimin® Evolution for Sheep

References

1. Refer to registered labels APVMA n 94279 and 94271.
2. Swaney S. (2014). Increasing conception rates in sheep by using an injectable trace mineral product prior to joining in diverse regions across Australia, Virbac data on file.
3. Gonzalez-Rivas P. A., et al., (2023). A trace mineral injection before joining and lambing increases marking percentages and lamb weights on diverse farms in Victoria, Australia. Animals, 13(1), 178.
4. Zargari S, et al., (2025). Does co-supplementation of zinc, manganese, and copper affect plasma testosterone, sperm quality, and anti-oxidant enzyme activities of ram? Vet Res Forum;16(3):167-174.

Benefits outlined are not necessarily registered label claims. Multimin^® is a registered trademark of Virbac.

*DISCLAIMER: 

The information provided in this article is intended as a guide only. Information contained in this article has been provided by the manufacturer/ You should not rely on the information in this article, and it should not be considered advice. You should seek professional advice regarding relevant factors specific to your situation. This article does not take into account variable conditions that may impact performance. Always read and follow label directions before using any product in this article. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Nutrien Ag Solutions Limited and its related associated entities will not be liable for any loss or damage suffered by any person arising out of any reliance on any information contained in this article.