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Breeds of Livestock
Sheep Breeds

Polypay

  • Originated in the United States
  • Characteristics
    • White in color
  • Advantages
    • High lifetime prolificacy
    • Lamb crop is large in the first year
    • Ability to lamb more frequently than once per season
    • Lambs have rapid growth rates
    • Desirable carcass quality
  • Disadvantages
    • Not a uniform breed
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