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A review of economic transfer models suitable for lamb breeder-finisher systems and 1st cross ewe supply

Project start date: 01 January 2001
Project end date: 01 April 2003
Publication date: 01 April 2003
Project status: Completed
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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.

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Project manager: David Beatty
Primary researcher: Holmes Sackett & Associates