Aims of this report: 1. To assess the significance of crossbreeding to sheepfarming. 2. To investigate options for crossbreeding for early lamb production. 3. To provide a resource for farmers considering crossbreeding. 4. To highlight important issues for farmers considering crossbreeding. 5. To include practical information, relevant to on-farm use. 6. To focus on early lamb systems.
Cross breeding in sheep – issues and options : with a focus on early-lamb systems
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