Summary
The principal aim of Stage 1 of this study was to investigate whether economic transfer mechanisms hold the key to unlocking the productivity improvement opportunities between the 1st X ewe breeder, the prime lamb breeder, and the specialist finisher. If they do then a list of best bet mechanisms is to be generated to be tested through modelling in Stage 2. Utilisation of superior genetics for 1st X ewe breeding and the development of a specialist prime lamb finishing industry are considered two key areas where substantial productivity gains can be made in the prime lamb industry.
