How far can the size of a ewe increase before it is no longer is productive to an enterprise?

Kristen Frost
March 27 2019 - 12:30pm
In 30 years the Dorset ewe's average weight has increased by 35kg and in 20 years, between 1990 and 2010, first-cross ewes increased by 15kg.
In 30 years the Dorset ewe's average weight has increased by 35kg and in 20 years, between 1990 and 2010, first-cross ewes increased by 15kg.

The average weight of ewes in all breeds of sheep has been increasing significantly over the last 30 years.

Kristen Frost

Kristen Frost

National Sheep and Wool Writer

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