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Sheep Genetics: 2022 Analysis Enhancements and Regional Forums

03 May

In the past few weeks Sheep Genetics hosted several webinars for members about the 2022 Analysis Enhancements

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Poll Dorsets are the breed of choice for a growing number of farmers across Australia, Here our members tell us why.

Buyers I know – whether chasing trade or export lambs – all prefer the Poll Dorset first-cross, which I think comes down to the lamb’s shape, fat content, yield and clean, white skin

Tom Pattinson, Prime Lamb Producer,
Wagga Wagga, NSW

Preferred Prime Lamb Sire

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Formed in 1954, we are the largest representative association of Poll Dorset breeders in Australia.As a member you can:

  • Breed, register and sell pedigreed Poll Dorsets
  • Benefits derived from APDA’s marketing, promotion and communications activities targeted to further grow and develop the Poll Dorset breed
  • Ability to certify animal health (eg, Brucellosis Accreditation)
  • Exhibit sheep at various agricultural shows and events
  • Sell rams at multi-vendor events eg. Australasian Championships
  • PLUS MORE
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