ASBV’s are currently available for all flystrike indicator traits except for urine stain (more information needs to be entered into the database for there to be a reportable ASBV for this trait).

Ewes in better condition at joining, on average, conceive more lambs and therefore have a higher reproductive rate (foetus/100 ewes joined).

When submitting your DNA samples it is really important that you make sure that they are package up really well before posting, making sure the postage box is well taped and the racks have an elastic band around them or are in a zip lock bag.

Sally was invited to present an update to the Health & Welfare Committee recently about what we are doing with our clients working towards transitioning to non-mulesed and the use of DNA testing.

This video was made from funding from MLA Donor Company, UNE and MerinoLink as part of the UNE/MerinoLink DNA Stimulation Project.