1. Breeds of Sheep

2. Dorset
Origin England.
A cross between Merino and the Horned Sheep of Wales were used.
Mature rams weigh lbs.
Mature ewes weigh lbs.
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3. Suffolk Origin England
A cross between Southdown and Norfolk horned breeds.
Mature rams weigh lbs.
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4. Cheviot Originated on the border of England and Scotland
Bred for quality wool and some meat production
Mature rams weigh lbs.
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5. Hampshire Origin England Mainly used for meat production
Mature rams weigh 275 lbs. or more
Mature ewes weigh 200 lbs. or more
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6. Dairy Cattle Beeds

7. Holstein / Friesian Origin Switzerland. Colour Black and white.
Largest Dairy breed. Served at 21 months of age.
Mature cow Kg. Bulls kKg. Calves Kg birth weight.
Av. milk production is 35,000 Kg/lactation year.
Buttert fat 3.5%
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8. Jersey Origin; Jersey Island in the English Channel near France.
Colour; From light yellowish brown towards black.
Typical Dairy conformation, dished face & wedge Shape.
One of the oldest dairy breeds
Mature cows weigh about 900 lbs.
Mature bulls weigh lbs.
Average milk prod. is 11,700 lbs. per yr.
Light brown with black points
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9. Guernsey
Origin: Guernsey Island off coast of France in the English Channel.
First service at 21 months.
Colour; Brown with White on the face, legs bellow knees and hock, tail switch and flanks.
Known for high butterfat 4.5 to 5% & high protein milk.
Average milk prod. is 3000Kg per lactation year.
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10. Ayrshire Originated in Scotland
Colour: Red and white only recognized color.
Mature cow Kg.
Bull Kg.
Calves Kg.
Average milk production 3300Kg/lactation.
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