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    In 1904, this long-legged sheep breed was seen by German explorers in the northern region of Namibia, which was then called Gross Damaland - hence it became known as the Damara Sheep. At one time, local farmers who used copper in their traditional attire, exchanged Damara Sheep for copper wire and for horses.
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    The Meatmaster breed of sheep originated in South Africa in the early 1990s through a deliberate crossbreeding program. Farmers aimed to combine the advantages of indigenous fat-tailed hair breeds with those of well-muscled British and European breeds, creating a composite breed with superior meat qualities.
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    The German Mutton Merino, specifically the Merinofleischschaf breed, is exceptionally well-suited for intensive production systems, particularly in arid or agricultural regions. Renowned for its high resistance to various environmental stresses, this breed demonstrates remarkable adaptability to diverse climates and husbandry conditions.
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    Notably, the Lincoln Longwool emerged as the principal breed used in conjunction with the Merino sheep to develop the renowned Corriedale breed. This strategic crossbreeding endeavor capitalized on the Lincoln Longwool's superior wool quality and the Merino's renowned characteristics to create a versatile and resilient sheep breed valued for ...
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    The Swifter sheep breed stands as a testament to the innovative breeding practices and dedication to agricultural advancement in the Netherlands. With their exceptional productivity, ease of management, and adaptability to modern farming systems, Swifter sheep continue to play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency and profitability of ...
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    South Suffolk sheep are the result of a deliberate crossbreeding program between Suffolk and Southdown sheep. This fixed cross has produced a breed known for its large size and substantial meat production capabilities. Rams of the South Suffolk breed are primarily used as terminal sires in crossbreeding programs aimed at early prime lamb ...
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    Polled Dorset is a breed of sheep developed for meat at the North Carolina State University Small Ruminant Unit in 1956. Their name refers to the fact that they area hornless variation of the Horned Dorset sheep. Polled Dorsets are the result of a genetic mutation by which some of the offspring of a certain ram grew no horns.
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    Drysdale sheep are well-suited to a wide range of environments throughout New Zealand, where they are commonly raised. Their robust nature allows them to thrive in diverse climatic conditions. Typically, Drysdales are sheared twice a year to harvest their valuable wool, ensuring optimal wool production and quality.
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    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 introduced to Australia. They have been used for improving may other sheep breeds, mainly because of their meaty carcass and heavy fleece. They are large sheep.
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    The most important of these breeds was the Kazakh, but some Mongolian ewes were also used. There followed a program of backcrossing to the Merino parent, with some interbreeding and selection. Australian rams were used to a limited extend during the 1970s in the development of the Xinjiang breed.
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