Breeds of Sheep - e

The East Friesian breed originated in the Friesland area in the north of Holland and Germany. In Europe it has been used either purely as a milking breed - it is considered to be the worlds highest producing dairy sheep - though it is often crossed with other breeds to improve fecundity and milk production in breeds that are bred for their meat or for their milk production. The East Friesian is described as a large-framed, high-fertility br ...

Easy Care Sheep are a revolutionary breed of sheep which requires minimal shepherding and veterinary care, sheds its wool in the summer, does not need shearing and yet offers excellent meat yields and lambing ratios. The breed is now well established in Britain and abroad and is proving extremely popular and successful with breeders in todays farming environment.

The guiding principle behind Easy Care is straightforward. Centurie ...

Elliottdale are a dual-purpose (meat and wool) sheep developed at the Elliott Research Station in Tasmania during the 1970s. They were commercialized in 1986, which helped established the Australian Carpet Wool Industry. The effect of the EI gene (Elliottdale) is similar to the Drysdale, Tukidale, and Carpetmaster genes in the Romney breed, and are at a different locus on the chromozone. Today, the Elliottdale sheep breed is rare and is at ...

English Leicester (also known as Bakewell Leicester, New Leicester, Dishley Leicester, Leicester Longwool, Improved Leicester, and simply as Leicester) sheep were developed by the eighteenth century breeding innovator Robert Bakewell.

At first they were pretty slow-growing and closely boned. But over time they have been developed to gain weight quickly and grow very fast. In 1826 they were one of the first pure sheep breeds ...

The Epynt Hardy Speckled Sheep is a robust and versatile breed, specially bred to thrive in the challenging conditions of mountainous terrains throughout the year, with minimal supplementary feeding. This commercial breed is renowned for its resilience and adaptability, making it an excellent choice for farmers seeking an easy-care solution for their flocks.

These sheep are known for their longevity, demonstrating a remarkable ability ...

During the late 18th century, a significant infusion of Merino blood was introduced into German sheep breeds along the borders with France. Over time, these crosses developed into what is now known as the Est a Laine breed, primarily concentrated in the Alsace Lorraine region of France.

Est a Laine sheep are renowned for their robust build, large frame, and fine white wool. Unlike their Merino ancestors, they are naturally polled, mean ...

During the late 18th century, the infusion of Merino genetics into German sheep flocks along the border with France marked the inception of a new breed that would eventually thrive in the Alsace Lorraine region of France. This new breed, known as the Est à Laine Merino, derives its name from the French phrase meaning "East and Wool."

Est à Laine Merinos are distinguished by their impressive stature, exhibiting a robust and large-framed ...

Estonian Ruhnu (also known as Eesti Maalammas) sheep were found on the small Estonian island of Ruhnu in the Gulf of Riga in the Baltic Sea. They are thought to have developed from sheep left on Ruhnu island by Swedish-speaking inhabitants who settled on the island in the fourteenth century.

Their total population was documented as 300 in 1944. Currently they are rare, and their total population is around 30 animals. They are a ...

Exmoor Horn Sheep, an ancient and revered hill breed originating from the rugged landscapes of the west of England, have stood the test of time, proving their adaptability to both traditional and modern farming practices.

These sheep are characterized by their distinctive white faces adorned with horns, which are a hallmark feature of the breed. Their cherry-colored skin adds to their unique appearance, contributing to their resilience ...