Sheep Genetics, Reproduction and Lambing

Genetics

These links provide information on performance records, Estimated Progenty Differences and sheep breeding terminology.

Performance Programs (External Links)

Links to other genetic evaluation programs.

  • GenOvis
    • GenOvis is the Canadian genetic evaluation program for sheep producers.
  • CSGES
    • The Canadian Sheep Genetics Evaluation System (CSGES) blog site contains technical documentation for the genetic evaluations and online program used in the GenOvis program
  • LambPlan
    • Australian genetic improvement program.
  • Sheep Improvement Ltd. - Genetic Improvement
    • New Zealand sheep genetic evaluation program.
  • Signet
    • United Kingdom sheep genetic evaluation program.

Lambing

Factsheets providing information on lambing.

Reproduction/Breeding

Factsheets providing information on breeding and reproduction.

Sheep Breeds (External Links)

These external links include information on breeds of sheep.

  • Sheep Breeds
    • Brief descriptions of many sheep breeds worldwide, as well as the area where they are located.

For more information:
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