Sheep
Feed ’em like dairy cows
The sheep industry’s success in breeding more-fecund ewes has put a lot of pressure on our pastoral system to provide enough quality feed, Russell Priest reports.
Dan, Dan the Ovis man
After nearly 30 years dedicated to education and awareness around Ovis (sheep measles), Dan Lynch is hanging up his boots. He spoke to Rebecca Greaves and reflected on the highlights, achievements and the challenges that remain. Photos: Brad Hanson.
Taking the pressure off
The Martin family have farmed their Richwyn properties since the 1880s. Russell Priest describes how the present generation operates. Photos: Brad Hanson.
Efficient and profitable sheep needed
With farming and overseas markets changing, Country-Wide asked industry people, what should the sheep of the future be?
So you wanna be a stud?
Geneticist and farmer Nicola Dennis reflects on the breeding of valuable sheep.
