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Sheep genetic selection and productivity research
Overview
Research and pilot programs are exploring the use of genetic selection to improve sheep farming profitability and flock performance.
In Australia, studies conducted on the NSW Central Tablelands indicate that balancing lamb survival with growth rates through specific ram selection can increase gross margins. Findings suggest that factors such as birthweight and gestation length are primary drivers of profitability, though higher birthweights may increase the need for assistance during lambing.
In Wales, the ‘Floctest: EBVs in Action’ pilot project has been launched to compare the impact of high genetic merit, performance-recorded rams against existing stock. Funded by the Welsh Government, the initiative uses DNA technology to track metrics including breeding efficiency, lamb growth rates, and carcass characteristics to help drive flock profitability.
Entities
Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales · Wales · Welsh Government · Cudal · Innovis
Timeline
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesWales launches sheep genetics pilot for farmers
Welsh sheep farmers can access subsidies of up to £1,000 per ram to participate in a genetics pilot project aimed at improving flock performance and profitability through DNA testing and data analysis.
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[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesGenetic selection impacts lamb survival and profitability
Genetic selection in rams can increase lamb profitability by $4 to $5 per dry sheep equivalent by balancing survival rates with growth, according to research from the NSW Central Tablelands.
Sources
farmonline.com.au · farmweekly.com.au · queenslandcountrylife.com.au · stockandland.com.au · stockjournal.com.au · theland.com.au · thescottishfarmer.co.uk · tivysideadvertiser.co.uk · wsfp.co.uk