2007/S03 Management Systems for Hardy Sheep Breeds in Pastoral Condition s
| Project start date: | 01 March 2008 |
| Project end date: | 31 January 2010 |
| Publication date: | 21 October 2010 |
| Project status: | Completed |
| Livestock species: | Sheep |
| Relevant regions: | South Australia |
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Summary
Develop a management plan and protocols to successfully run hardy meat breed sheep under South Australian pastoral conditions.
Objectives:
Develop sound management plans for running hardy sheep breeds in pastoral conditions to:
Increase gross margin returns by from $15/Dry Sheep Equivalent (DSE) to $20/DSE.
Achieve a return on capital invested (new fencing, new yards etc) of at least 8% per annum.
Ensure that rangeland health is maintained or improved by the different grazing of South African breeds (ie greater level of browsing).
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| Project manager: | Richard Apps |
| Primary researcher: | Rural Directions |
