Evaluation of alternative ram types for lamb breeder:finisher systems in the low rainfall zone
| Project start date: | 19 December 2003 |
| Project end date: | 18 July 2007 |
| Publication date: | 01 October 2006 |
| Project status: | Completed |
| Livestock species: | Sheep |
| Relevant regions: | National |
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Summary
The Project aims to compare sire types and examine a breeder and finisher system for producers in the low rainfall zone.Traditional Merino types will be compared with two or more alternatives for breeding of lambs from Merino ewes, and the lambs will be weaned and grown out on a property in South Australia which will have pasture available suitable for growing out lambs.
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| Project manager: | Robert Banks |
| Primary researcher: | University of New England |
