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The role of genetics when selecting for profitability and growth from forage

Assessing a ram鈥檚 genetic merit is key when looking to maximise profitability within the flock and accelerate growth from forage

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听As more farmers are looking to maximise lamb growth from forage, EBV's are becoming an increasingly helpful tool in selecting the right ram to help realise improved performance.听听
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听As more farmers are looking to maximise lamb growth from forage, EBV's are becoming an increasingly helpful tool in selecting the right ram to help realise improved performance.听听

Assessing an animal's genetic potential simply by looking at it is not easy, says Sam Boon, breeding services manager at Signet Breeding Services, part of AHDB. And with growth and carcase traits greatly...

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