Summary
There were significant differences in fertility and lamb growth rates between the two trial groups, but no economic advantages associated with either genetic variables for growth in the two groups of lambs, or for fat or carcase traits. As a result of the trial, group participants gained a greater understanding of desirable lamb attributes for meat buyers and processors, enabling them to focus their production in a manner that optimises returns. Supplying lambs to meet the requirements of the processing business minimises penalties and wastage, improves dressing percentages and therefore profitability.
